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Late Neolithic Engraved Terracotta Pottery Carpenter Cup found in Northern Africa ca.3000BC

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Late Neolithic Engraved Terracotta Pottery Carpenter Cup found in Northern Africa ca.3000BC

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Late Neolithic Red Pottery Carpenter Cup found in Northern Africa ca.3000BC. Similar in design to the metal cup used in Raiders of the Lost Ark portrayed as the Cup of Christ this cup is made of pottery. Excellent condition for its age. Measures 4" tall and 3 7/8" diameter.

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Ancient Authentic

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Late Neolithic Engraved Terracotta Pottery Carpenter Cup found in Northern Africa ca.3000BC

Name: Late Neolithic Engraved Terracotta Pottery Carpenter Cup found in Northern Africa ca.3000BC
SKU: 173183779
Price: 50 USD
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