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Roman amforiskos

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26 October 2025
Roman amforiskos
Roman amforiskos

Roman amphorae made of banded agate, dating from around 1st BCE – 1st century CE. An amphorae was a small, amphora-shaped vessel usually used for storing expensive oils, perfumes or aromatic essences.

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