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LOT 1482
Greek Hellenic Inscribed Lead Slingshot
3RD CENTURY B.C.
1 1/4 in. (4.53 grams, 34 mm).
Lenticular type with casting seam to the rim, raised 'OΛO' legend; with old dealer's ticket. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceFrom Asia.
Acquired on the UK art market.
From the private collection of an East Anglian, UK, Specialist Collector.
Accompanied by a copy of a previous catalogue entry.
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