Tolmeta Clay Oil Lamp, Libya

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Found in the Libyan town of Tolmeitha, this Roman-influenced lamp is most likely from 2nd or 3rd Century BC.  Deep, rounded base, sides pinched to form spout and rolled lip. Very nice condition with some blackening around spout from use.

  • Item Number: V-0011
  • Provenance/Origin: Libya. Circa 2nd or 3rd Century BC
  • Composition: Clay
  • Dimensions: 0.75" tall x 2" at widest point
  • Weight: Less than 0.25 pound
  • Price: $ 165.00 USD