Egyptian Alabaster Cup, Old Kingdom. An Egyptian alabaster cup, Old Kingdom, c. 2686 - 2181 BC, with flattened base, the walls flaring wide with thick walls. Nice translucent stone with attractive banding. H: 2 7/8 (7.3 cm); Dia: 4 (10.2 cm). Some minor chipping and attractive mineral deposits. Ex New Jersey estate. Est. Value $500 - $600.