The Value of Ratti Bhar

Gunja (Abrus precatorius) nicely captured by Sonali Kelkar at Canaguinim plateau It was used for measurements of doses in Ayurveda and also by goldsmiths. Each seed is peculiarly of the same weight of around 125 mg. The Hindi phrase " Ratti bhar bhi...." is based on this. Its called Ratti in Hindi.

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