{"product_id":"blue-ribbon-egyptian-vase","title":"Blue Ribbon Egyptian Vase","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBlue Ribbon Egyptian Vase\u003c\/strong\u003e is a sunken-relic style ornament from Blue Ribbon's Exotic Environments line: an ancient amphora that has toppled onto its side, its body broken open to reveal a hollow interior. Hand-painted hieroglyph-style figures wrap the weathered clay finish, and the single curved handle and flared neck give it the look of a real dig-site find. At about 8 inches long it fits nano and mid-size tanks, and the broken openings double as a swim-through hideaway for small fish and shrimp. Build it into a lost-temple scape with the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/blue-ribbon-exotic-environments-triple-pebble-archway\"\u003eTriple Pebble Archway\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/blue-ribbon-exotic-environments-rock-tunnel-silk-plants\"\u003eRock Tunnel with Silk Plants\u003c\/a\u003e, or browse all of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/aquarium-decor-hardscape\"\u003eaquarium decor\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:16px 0 6px;font-size:1.08em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #666;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAncient relic look.\u003c\/strong\u003e A fallen amphora with painted hieroglyph detailing and an aged, weathered finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSwim-through hideaway.\u003c\/strong\u003e Broken openings on the body let small fish, shrimp, and fry dart in and out and feel secure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNano-friendly size.\u003c\/strong\u003e About 8 x 4 x 5 inches, a great focal piece for 5 to 20 gallon tanks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAquarium-safe resin.\u003c\/strong\u003e Inert, non-toxic, and colorfast; rinse and place, no soaking or curing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSinks and stays put.\u003c\/strong\u003e Solid resin base sits flat on sand or gravel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:16px 0 6px;font-size:1.08em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #666;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"border-collapse:collapse;margin:8px 0;font-size:0.95em;\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;background:#f5f5f5;font-weight:600;width:40%;\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eBlue Ribbon Pet Products (Exotic Environments)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;background:#f5f5f5;font-weight:600;width:40%;\"\u003eItem\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eBLU00827\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;background:#f5f5f5;font-weight:600;width:40%;\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003e8 x 4 x 5 in (approx.)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;background:#f5f5f5;font-weight:600;width:40%;\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eHand-painted aquarium-safe resin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;background:#f5f5f5;font-weight:600;width:40%;\"\u003eBest for\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eNano to mid-size freshwater tanks, betta and shrimp tanks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;background:#f5f5f5;font-weight:600;width:40%;\"\u003eHideaway\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd;padding:6px 10px;\"\u003eYes, hollow with swim-through openings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:16px 0 6px;font-size:1.08em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #666;padding-left:8px;\"\u003ePairs Well With\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/blue-ribbon-exotic-environments-triple-pebble-archway\"\u003eBlue Ribbon Triple Pebble Archway\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/blue-ribbon-exotic-environments-tree-root-hideaway\"\u003eTree Root Hideaway\u003c\/a\u003e for a full themed layout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/blue-ribbon-exotic-environments-rock-tunnel-silk-plants\"\u003eBlue Ribbon Rock Tunnel with Silk Plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLive \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/freshwater-aquarium-plants\"\u003eaquarium plants\u003c\/a\u003e and natural \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/aquarium-decor-hardscape\"\u003ehardscape\u003c\/a\u003e to finish the scene\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin:16px 0 6px;font-size:1.08em;font-weight:600;line-height:1.25;border-left:4px solid #666;padding-left:8px;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it safe for bettas and shrimp?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. The resin is inert and the edges are smooth. Shrimp especially love the hollow interior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I need to soak or cure it?\u003c\/strong\u003e No. Rinse under warm water to remove dust and place it in the tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill the paint fade?\u003c\/strong\u003e The finish is colorfast for aquarium use. Avoid abrasive brushes when cleaning; a soft cloth or gentle scrub is plenty.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blue Ribbon","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49307855028443,"sku":"BLU00827","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0767\/5209\/3403\/files\/BLU00827-2.png?v=1789409937","url":"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/blue-ribbon-egyptian-vase","provider":"Squeaky's Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}