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Small botlle of kohl (purchased in Samman)
Image Not Available for Small botlle of kohl (purchased in Samman)
Object Number 55-26-60/12038
Display Title Small botlle of kohl (purchased in Samman)
Descriptions
Inventory Description Raw material, pigment, kohl in small bottle
Classification
  • Kohl
Department Archaeological
Geography/Provenience/Site Name
Asia / Arabia
Additional Geographic Terms Al Uqair
Materials Kohl
Dimensions Overall: 5.9 x 1.6 x 1.6 cm (2 5/16 x 5/8 x 5/8 in.)
Quantity 1
Label on object 55-26-60/12038

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