The mortar and pestle are somewhat ancient contrivances used for centuries to grind and mix ingredients. Perfect for grinding spices into a fine power to mix with other spices or to use for cooking. Also used for generations by pharmacists for grinding pills into power for mixing with other medications and filling capsules. You may also find uses for these items in the science lab for mixing chemicals into powders

Includes an aluminum bowl that measures 4 X 4 inches, and weighs 11 ounces

The pestle is also made of aluminum and is 7-1/2 inches long, and weighs 8.6 ounces

Convenient for grinding substances into powder and mixing with other ingredients

Great for use in the kitchen to grind spices so they will dissolve and not have a gritty substance

Perfect for grinding pills for your pets, small children, or for persons who cannot swallow pills