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Grapeshot Ball

1967.03.0005A

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    Basic Information

    Artifact Identification Grapeshot Ball   (1967.03.0005A)
    Classification/
    Nomenclature
    1. Science & Technology T&E
      2. :
    2. Armaments
      3. :
    3. Ammunition
    Artist/Maker Unknown
    Geographic Location
    Period N/A
    Date 18th century
    Culture Spanish
    Location Not on Exhibit

    Physical Analysis

    Dimension 1 (Diameter) 2.1 cm
    Dimension 2 (N/A) N/A
    Dimension 3 (N/A) N/A
    Weight 49 g
    Measuring Remarks N/A
    Materials Metal--Lead
    Manufacturing Processes Cast

    Research Remarks

    Description N/A
    Published Description N/A
    Bibliography

    Auction and exhibit mentioned in 2 uncredited magazine articles (on file under acc. group 1967.01-3) and Coin World (30 Nov. 1966, p.3), "Exhibit To Spotlight Treasure Found In Sunken Ships Off Florida's Coast" (also on file under acc. group). Also on file in same place is photocopy of catalog from Schulman Coin and Mint sale of artifacts from the same find.

    Artifact History

    Credit Line/Dedication Purchase
    Reproduction no

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