Marble Mortar and Pestles. The polished marble is impervious to flavor transfers and has a textured surface on the interior of the mortar and the base of the pestle for better crushing and grinding. Versatile enough to be used as a serving dish. Unpolished interior for superior results. An updated version of a true classic! Unique variations that come with natural marble ensure that this mortar and pestle will be one-of-a-kind, making this the perfect housewarming or wedding gift.Grind any hard substance without sending broken pieces flying all over! (Cinnamon sticks, rennet tablets, pills, dried herbs.) Durable solid marble won't impart flavor to ground material like wood does. Imported.