Antique Balkin Cast Iron Mortar and Pestle Circa 1900

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Antique cast Iron mortar and cast iron pestle for grinding powders from grains or herbs. Surface design is simple: floral … Read more Antique cast Iron mortar and cast iron pestle for grinding powders from grains or herbs. Surface design is simple: floral swirls, well-placed and scaled to form. Pestle is solid and heavy for serious grinding action. Found in the Balkan region with traditional folk decorations. Very heavy item and heavy, thick walls to add to the grinding force. A beautiful decorative counter pot now. Pestle is 12" long, very weighty. See less