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Large Granite Mortar And Pestle
A large mortar and pestle, used for pounding / grinding herbs and spices.
The mortar is a bowl, typically made of hard wood, ceramic or stone; while the pestle is a heavy and blunt club-shaped object, the end of which is used for crushing and grinding. The substance to be ground is placed in the mortar and ground, crushed or mixed using a pestle. Mortars and pestles have been used in cooking up to the present day; they are frequently associated with the profession of pharmacy due to their historical use in preparing medicines. They can also be used in masonry and in other types of construction. Scientists have also discovered ancient mortars and pestles dating back to 35 000 BC!
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