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pmacleman · 19th June 2006, 07:29 AM

Rob and Ki you may both be right...

Following up on Ki's information regarding geographic origin. This from the site: http://www.le-betel.com/betel/ciseau...9/en_ci009.htm

"Betel cutter of the « Katar » style. One of India’s most characteristic edged weapons. It has a triangular bladed punch-dagger. This cutter is very much like the « Katar », when turned upside down it is a weapon, and otherwise merely a silver betel cutter without any decoration. This betel cutter is used by women to protect themselves."

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Very interesting. Thanks for all the help.

Have to trot a few of my other mysteries in coming weeks.

Paul

19th June 2006, 07:29 AM	#6
pmacleman Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Posts: 17	Both right Rob and Ki you may both be right... Following up on Ki's information regarding geographic origin. This from the site: http://www.le-betel.com/betel/ciseau...9/en_ci009.htm "Betel cutter of the « Katar » style. One of India’s most characteristic edged weapons. It has a triangular bladed punch-dagger. This cutter is very much like the « Katar », when turned upside down it is a weapon, and otherwise merely a silver betel cutter without any decoration. This betel cutter is used by women to protect themselves." Image Very interesting. Thanks for all the help. Have to trot a few of my other mysteries in coming weeks. Paul