Rare Mesopotamian Stone Reliquary Box Circa 3rd-2nd millennium BC This grey stone reliquary box comprises two parts, each with one rounded end. Reliquary boxes were used in religious practices, to store sacred relics or offerings dedicated to deities, serving as conduits between the earthly realm and the divine. Dimensions: 250mm x 70mm; weight 750g Provenance: Private UK Ancient Art Collection formerly acquired on the UK, European, and USA Art Markets from pre-1960s Collections. Disclaimer: NO SHIPPING OUTSIDE OF THE EUROPEAN UNION. All items will be shipped from Belgium. The seller guarantees and can prove that the object was obtained legally. The seller was informed by Catawiki that they had to provide the documentation required by the laws and regulations in their country of residence. The seller guarantees and is entitled to sell/export this object. The seller will provide all provenance information known about the object to the buyer. The seller ensures that any necessary permits are/will be arranged. The seller will inform the buyer immediately about any delays in obtaining such permits. The seller will not ship outside the EU.