Plural of amphoriskos; very small ancient Greek vessels, miniature amphoras often used as perfume bottles or decorative objects.
From Greek 'amphoriskos' (small amphora), diminutive of 'amphoreus'. The '-koi' ending is the classical Greek masculine plural form.
These tiny bottles once held precious oils and perfumes in ancient Greece—archaeologists adore finding them because they're so beautifully detailed despite being smaller than your thumb, yet tell stories of luxury and trade.
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