Belcher engraved pottery bottle, Southern Arkansas or surrounding area, 800 A.D. - 1200 A.D., accompanied by Sam Johnson, Caddo Trading Company, certificate of authenticity, #11544, per COA, bottle is grade: G-8, intact with hairlines and restorations to body, approx 9"h, 8"diam, 2.5lbs **Provenance: From the collection of Frank K. Ribelin (1933-2010) through inheritance to consignor** **Note: Please consult the condition section for limited observations made by our staff during a visual examination of the lot.**

In my opinion regarding: as described, the bottle is accompanied by Sam Johnson, Caddo Trading Company, certificate of authenticity, #11544, per COA, bottle is grade: G-8, intact with hairlines and restorations to body, I am not an expert on prehistoric pottery, its condition, conservation or restoration types or techniques, the bottle is overall intact, a UV light examination reveals the aforementioned condition and restoration, I note scattered minute chips to rim, overall some pitting, minor nicks and small divots, light abrasions and color variation, please see high-resolution images for your reference
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