Chapter 57

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As we are now leaving the “HOOKAH” family & coming to the “NARGHILES” it will be well to emphasize the distinction between the two—which is this—“NARGHILE” is the native term for Cocoanut, hence all smoking mediums of that kind such as must be laid down & will not stand erect are called “NARGHILE”s especially of Cocoanut shape. All “Hookahs” stand by themselves. This bowl fromN. ARCOT MADRASis made of a Bronzed Ware somewhat heavy but good form. The Five topped Chillum is only seen in the Bazaars not in general use.


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