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Miniature 9th C. Islamic Quartz Cosmetic Jar
Miniature 9th C. Islamic Quartz Cosmetic Jar
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Near East, Egypt / Persia, Islamic, ca. 9th to 13th century CE. A miniature jar carved from quartz (rock crystal). The piece is columnar drilled with a short neck and a polished, smooth surface. This petite jar may have held perfumes, cosmetics, or other precious liquids or medicines. Rock crystal is the most transparent form of quartz stone, prized for durability and clarity which was believed to hold magical properties. Size: 1.06" L x 0.85" W x 1.75" H (2.7 cm x 2.2 cm x 4.4 cm)

Provenance: private New York, New York, USA collection; ex-Brooklyn, New York, USA collection, acquired from Faganarms Inc., Clinton, Michigan, USA

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Condition
Minor surface nicks otherwise intact. Internal natural striations. Earthen and brown mineral deposits on interior.
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Miniature 9th C. Islamic Quartz Cosmetic Jar

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