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The Revitalization of Tear Bottles
Ancient mourning ritual of capturing tears garners modern interest
The tradition of collecting one’s own tears in a lacrimatory, or tear bottle, dates back to ancient times. Tear bottles are made of terracotta or glass, and can measure up to four inches in height. In ancient Rome and Greece, … Continue reading
