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This article relates to the type of Greek pottery. For the connection bar used in railways, see Fishplate.

A fish plate is a type of Greek pottery unique to the Hellenistic period. The fish plate was characterized by the small cup in the center of plate which was used for holding oil or fish sauce. The fish plate was usually decorated with pictures of the seafood it was intended to hold.

Ancient Greek pottery

 

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