Nice mortar with a pouring lip which also serves to hold the coordinating pestle in place. Glazed pestle handle allows easy grip with comfort, unglazed pestle tip gives a slightly rough finish for better grinding. The mortar comes with a flat and unglazed bottom for stability. Perfect for grinding species, herbs, medicine, or other substance. Porcelain mortar and pestle set provides a to crush and grind seeds, nuts and other substance that is softer than porcelain. A nice addition to kitchen, or pharmacy.