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Culture: Byzantine
Period: Ca. 800-1200 AD
Material: Ceramic
Size: L:100mm / W:85mm ; 545g
Condition: Good condition, see images.
Provenance: Private UK Ancient Art Collection formerly acquired on the UK, European, and USA Art Markets from pre-2000 Collections.
Description: An interesting ceramic hollow acorn-shaped vessel with a conical base, and a short neck with a narrow slot. Intended to be filled with explosive liquid and used as a hand grenade.  

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Ca. 800-1200 AD

Byzantine Ceramic "Greek Fire" Hand Grenade

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