{"product_id":"ancient-roman-alabaster-cosmetic-ointment-jar-biblical-era-antiquity-1st-2nd-century-ad-copy","title":"Ancient Alabaster Cosmetic \u0026 Ointment Dish | Biblical-Era Antiquity","description":"\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA finely carved ancient alabaster dish featuring a shallow central depression, a broad rounded rim, and a gently curved profile. Its pale cream coloration, natural stone veining, and weathered surface reflect the character of ancient stone craftsmanship.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLikely used for holding precious ointments, aromatic pastes, cosmetic preparations, or scented oils, this elegant vessel offers a fascinating glimpse into personal care and everyday life in the ancient world. Its shallow design would have allowed easy access to its contents.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiameter:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 12.5 cm (4.92 inches)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBiblical Significance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOils, perfumes, and aromatic ointments held considerable importance in biblical times, serving purposes ranging from personal care to ceremonial anointing. In Mark 14:3, the New Testament describes a woman anointing Jesus with costly perfume. Although this particular dish cannot be linked to that event, it represents a type of object that may have been used for handling similar aromatic preparations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ancient Levant","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67810902147350,"sku":null,"price":1249.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0911\/0585\/3718\/files\/10AncientAlabasterCosmeticDishforSale_AncientLevant.png?v=1792979246","url":"https:\/\/ancientlevant.com\/products\/ancient-roman-alabaster-cosmetic-ointment-jar-biblical-era-antiquity-1st-2nd-century-ad-copy","provider":"Ancient Levant ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}