Historical Context: Daroma lamps were manufactured in Judaea after the destruction of the Second Temple in 70 CE, when the urban population, including artists and craftsmen, fled Jerusalem. These are the first decorated lamps made by Jews and intended for Jewish use. (Ref: Ken Baumheckel, 2006)
Description: Herodian period-style
Size: 3 1/2 -inches tip to tail
Condition: Fine, Intact
Antiquities Ancient Near East
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