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Letters of a Javanese Princess

Note 4 — XXVIII

Agnes Louise Symmers translation

Sirrih, the leaf of a vine. A paste composed of lime gamlier and betel nut is spread upon this and eaten by the Javanese women. It is customary for bride and bridegroom to present it to each other at weddings. The custom is of ancient origin.

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