The burra nut, also known as betel nut or areca nut, is the seed of the areca palm tree (Areca catechu). The seed is commonly consumed in many parts of Asia and the Pacific, particularly in India, Indonesia, Malaysia, and Papua New Guinea. The hard outer shell of the burra nut can be polished and carved, creating intricate designs and patterns. In some cultures, the burra nut has been used as a traditional material for carving, and is considered a valuable and important part of the local craft industry.

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Australian silver mounted Burra nut vesta by T. T. Jones & Sons…

Australian silver mounted Burra nut vesta by T. T. Jones

Australian silver mounted Burra nut vesta by T. T. Jones & Sons together with another example, width 5 cm

Two antique silver mounted burra nut vesta cases, 19th century,…

Antique Silver Mounted Burra Nut Vesta Cases, 19th Century

Two antique silver mounted burra nut vesta cases, 19th century, 4.5 cm and 5 cm wide

An antique silver mounted burra nut vesta, 19th century, 4 cm…

19th Century Silver Burra Nut Vesta: Antique Miniature Accessory

An antique silver mounted burra nut vesta, 19th century, 4 cm high

Stewart of Melbourne, Australian silver mounted burra nut vesta,…

Rare Stewart Australian Silver Vesta with Burra Nut Mounts

Stewart of Melbourne, Australian silver mounted burra nut vesta, 19th century, rare. Stamped 'Stewart, Sterling' 4 cm high, 4.5 cm wide

William J. Bower Australian silver mounted burra nut vesta,…

Australian Silver Burra Nut Vesta by Bower, Circa 1880

William J. Bower Australian silver mounted burra nut vesta, circa 1880, rare. Bower operated out of Smith Street Fitzroy in Melbourne from 1880-1883. Stamped 'Bower, Sterling' 4.5 cm high, 4.5 cm wide

An antique Australian burra nut vesta with silver shield plaque,…

Antique Burra Nut Vesta with Silver Shield Plaque

An antique Australian burra nut vesta with silver shield plaque, 19th century, a??5 cm wide

An antique Australian burra nut vesta with silver kangaroo…

Antique Burra Nut Vesta with Kangaroo Silver Plaque

An antique Australian burra nut vesta with silver kangaroo plaque, 19th century, 5 cm wide

An antique burra nut vesta with gold plated mounts, 19th…

19th Century Burra Nut Vesta with Gold Plated Mounts

An antique burra nut vesta with gold plated mounts, 19th century, 5 cm wide

A collection of four Burra bean and silver vesta cases and a…

Burra Bean and Silver Vesta Cases with Flask Collection

A collection of four Burra bean and silver vesta cases and a flask, all with silver mounts, the vesta cases with hinged lids. The flask with silver stopper, lid and safety chain. (5). Provenance: The Tim Wonnacott collection. Other Notes: Tim Wonnacott…

A 19th century Australian burra bean and silver vesta case, the…

Australian Coat of Arms Silver Vesta Case with Sailing Ship

A 19th century Australian burra bean and silver vesta case, the silver mount decorated with the Australian coat of arms and a sailing ship, length 6 cm. Provenance: The Ruth Simon Collection, privately acquired from the above in 2005

A Burra bean and silver vesta, the plain silver mounts with…

Scalloped Silver Vesta with Burra Bean Design

A Burra bean and silver vesta, the plain silver mounts with scalloped edge, hinged lid, shield front.

An Australian silver mounted burra nut vesta with kangaroo…

Australian Kangaroo Vesta with Silver Mount, 19th Century

An Australian silver mounted burra nut vesta with kangaroo finial, 19th century, 5 cm high