Grapeshot Ball

1967.03.0005C

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Artifact Identification Grapeshot Ball   (1967.03.0005C)
Classification/
Nomenclature
  1. Science & Technology T&E
  2. :
  3. Armaments
  4. :
  5. Ammunition
Artist/Maker Unknown
Geographic Location
Period N/A
Date 18th century
Culture Spanish

Physical Analysis

Dimension 1 (Diameter) 2.0 cm
Dimension 2 (Diameter) 2.1 cm
Dimension 3 (N/A) N/A
Weight 49 g
Measuring Remarks Under Review
Materials Metal--Lead
Manufacturing Processes Cast

Research Remarks

Description Under Review
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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