This horn shaped makta is made from beautifully polished horn.
Makta (place to cut) is used as a support for cutting nibs of bamboo and reed pens and it is extremely useful tool for calligraphers who prefer to open their own pens and cut their nibs.
As each piece of horn is unique, each makta has it own unique material pattern.
Measurements (approximate):
- Length: 16 cm
- Width: varies it different points
- Thickness: due to the unique shape, the thickeness increases from aproximately 8 mm to 20 mm
External box measurements: 19.5 x 2.8 x 12.5 cm.