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    "title": "Cinerary Urn",
    "date": "c. 800–850",
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    "dimensionsRaw": "Diameter: 24 cm (9 7/16 in.); Overall: 22.5 cm (8 7/8 in.); without cover: 21.2 cm (8 3/8 in.); Diameter without lid: 11 cm (4 5/16 in.)",
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