- A mixed lot of curiosities, consisting of one ostrich egg shell with an elevated metal base, one stone mortar and pestle with carvings in relief and one replica of a 18th century gun powder flask made of solid block of wood with cast tin cover and chain, perfect for rustic decoration. Condition: Used/fair, pestle as been repaired (glued together) in the middle, but overall good. Dim: 20 cm high, flask. 15 cm, mortar diameter.