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Egyptian archeologists uncover a 2nd century statue of Buddha in Berenike, a port city. It was believed to have been owned by an Indian merchant and it is made from Mediterranean marble.

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Beowulfsfriend 9 May 8
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What is the size, please?

2 feet tall, from what I read. Other artifacts were found as well at a temple site that were Indian.

@Beowulfsfriend Thanks for that info! It's in impressive shape, and lovely!