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Jet ( Lignite ) Qing Dynasty 1821-1850

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« Reply #20 on: January 29, 2013, 12:16:36 pm »
I am watching this bottle, but it is described as an obsidian snuff bottle, what is the difference between  obsidian and Jet?

Is it a stone or organic bottle?

I like the stopper very much, but so pity there is a chip on the top rim, I guess I can live with that If I can get it cheap.Smiley

Steven

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