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Bar of soap and its packaging. A scented, sandalwood and tumeric soap, with an inscription on one side and the other side has a moulded relief of Hanuman. The packaging consists of an orange, paper wrapper with an inscription and an oval of flowers forming a border on one side. There is also a piece of thin card that is used in the packaging that is cream in colour and would wrap around the soap.
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The database retains language taken from historical documents to help research. Please note that some records may feature language and reflect systems of thinking that are outdated and offensive. The database also includes information on objects that are considered secret or sacred by some communities.
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