{"product_id":"vintage-brass-miniature-mortar-pestle-40946","title":"Vintage Brass Miniature Mortar and Pestle with Parthenon Relief – Greek Souvenir Spice Grinder, Mid-20th Century","description":"\u003cp\u003eA miniature mortar and pestle set of solid \u003cstrong\u003ebrass\u003c\/strong\u003e, intricately decorated in high relief with the Parthenon temple and classical leaf motifs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eUse and Decor\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted with a substantial pedestal base, its compact size makes it ideal for crushing saffron threads, whole peppercorns, dried herbs or coarse sea salt. Over time the solid brass has developed a rich, authentic patina that highlights the architectural details beautifully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDimensions and Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMortar height: approx. 6.5 cm (2.6 in)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePestle length: approx. 8.5 cm (3.3 in)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: solid heavy brass, cast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMotif: Parthenon Temple \/ Acropolis relief\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Greece\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAge: probably 1960s–1970s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGood vintage condition with natural surface patina and light oxidation. Safe for dry spices; please clean thoroughly before first food use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho It’s For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor home cooks, travelers to Greece and collectors of brass memorabilia – a unique gift with a touch of classical history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCare\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWipe dry. To preserve the patina, avoid brass polish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePrice is for 1 piece. Ships from Austria, carefully packed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWaidhofen an der Thaya, the flea market. The little mortar stood quietly among holiday souvenirs, the Parthenon in relief barely bigger than a thumbnail. How much saffron has it already crushed, how many kitchens has it filled with the scent of distant hills? Some souvenirs never stop working.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #7b3f00;\"\u003eA temple built for saffron — Things with Soul · VintageAustriaShop\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VintageAustriaShop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57489550639479,"sku":"30066","price":44.3,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0993\/4071\/4359\/files\/il_fullxfull.8620318373_9alj.jpg?v=1790263161","url":"https:\/\/vintageaustriashop.com\/en\/products\/vintage-brass-miniature-mortar-pestle-40946","provider":"VintageAustriaShop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}