Vintage Kitchenware

Vintage “SUN” Stainless Steel Mortar and Pestle | Mini Spice Grinder with Original Export Label

Characterful vintage stainless steel mortar and pestle by SUN, still with its original colourful “Export Quality – SUN Stainless Steel Guaranteed” label on the front. The small, straight-sided mortar has simple turned line decoration and a flared foot; the matching pestle has ring turning to the handle and a flat grinding end. A great little piece of vintage Indian kitchenware – perfect for grinding small amounts of spices, pepper, cardamom, etc., or simply as a decorative prop on an open kitchen shelf. • Maker: SUN (stamped to base and on paper label) • Origin: likely India, made for export • Material: stainless steel • Colour: silver-tone metal with multi-colour paper label Charming, practical little mortar and pestle that brings a touch of old-world spice-shop feel to any kitchen. In good vintage condition with honest signs of age and use. Surface scratches and small marks to the steel, light tarnish and a few tiny spots of discolouration, mainly around the base. Paper label shows wear, edge losses and some staining but is still readable and adds to the vintage look. Please look carefully at all the photos as they are a part of the description. Approximate Dimensions: • Mortar approx: 6.5cm (height) x 6cm (base diameter) / 7cm (opening diameter) • Pestle approx: 14 cm (length) • Weight: heavy and solid ~ 527g All of my vintage and antique pieces show signs of age and previous use, which add to their charm and authenticity. Please expect natural patina, light surface scuff and scratch marks throughout consistent with age. I always do my best to highlight any notable details in the photos, so please check them carefully as they form part of the description. *The items may be packaged with repurposed materials.