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Lot 767: Roman. Late 1st century A.D. Lead sling bullet inscribed CN MAG for Gnaeus Pompey.

AUCTION:  Triskeles - Auction 22 (Auction 328)

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  • Sold Winning Bid: $205
  • 11 Bid(s)
Description

Roman. Late 1st century A.D. Lead sling bullet. 38 mm length, 53.40 g. Elliptical shaped and inscribed CN MAG (Gnaeus Pompey - either Pompey the Great, or his son Gnaeus Pompey). Perhaps a bullet from a peltast in the Pompeian legions stationed in Spain (there were a hoard of these about 20+ years ago that were marketed as coming from the site of the Battle of Munda in Spain). Whitish-gray patina. Clear legend and no damage. Very fine.

Lot Details
  • Offered By: Barry P. Murphy
  • Lot #: 767
  • Listing #: 193418
  • Closed: Friday, December 15, 2017 7:15:20 PM CT
  • Estimate: $100