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Description : 1st-2nd century AD. A carved rock crystal miniature amphora with strap handles and tubular neck, everted rim. 58 grams, 55mm (2 1/4). Property of a London gentleman, acquired by his father in the 1970s, thence by descent, supplied with geologic report No. TL004768, by geologic consultant Dr R. L. Bonewitz. An alabastron is a small type of pottery or glass vessel used in the ancient world for holding oil, especially perfume or massage oils. They originated in ancient Egypt as containers carved from alabaster hence the name.
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About the lot N° 273 Title : Roman Rock Crystal Alabastron Condition report : Extremely fine condition. TimeLine Auctions, auctioneerIt's free to register now to view! Sale title : TimeLine Auctions - Antiquities - Day 1 Sale date : 20 Feb 2018It's free to register now to view! Sale Reference : Live Sale
