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LOT 1453

Greek Sling Shot with Inscription

4TH-1ST CENTURY B.C.

1 1/4 in. (35.8 grams, 30 mm).

Lentoid in form with raised legend 'AΓOPOY'.

Provenance

Private collection, Austria.
Private collection, Europe.
This lot is accompanied by an illustrated lot declaration signed by the Head of the Antiquities Department, Dr Raffaele D'Amato.

CONDITION

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LOT 1453

Greek Sling Shot with Inscription

Sold for (Inc. bp): £312

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