Thai Siam Ivory paper knife Buddhist

[Sajen]

Originally Posted by phil.reid

!!!!!!!! the blades a slivers of Ivory, I'd assumed it was for turning pages, cant see how it could be used for cutting betel nuts unless it's just a decorative piece.

Sorry Phil,

I've thought that it has an iron blade!

But it remains strongly to a Thai betel knife shown in "Betelschneider" from Henry Brownrigg , see attached pictures. Anyway, your paper knife is a beauty!

Regards,
Detlef

[Battara]

I too vote for Ivory. The carving is astounding!