Lime Sifters

Incised bamboo tubes, the lower ends of which are closed by natural joints. In the tops are sifters made of narrow rattan strips closely woven. Dry lime is carried in these tubes and is sifted out onto the betel nut as required. BUKIDNON. North Central Mindanao, Philippine Islands. Robert F. Cummings Expedition. F.C. Cole, Collector.