Conical Shaped Bactrian Cup

Description

Circa 3000 BCE this conical shaped alabaster vessel unlike others has less marbling color throughout. The vessel is mainly almond white with red coloring to the edges and base. Size 3 1/2" H x 4 1/2" D

Condition

As-is with minor nicks to rim, surface wear to base.

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Conical Shaped Bactrian Cup

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Sep 28, 2026, 1:00 PM EDT

Brea, CA, United States

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