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Vertaling bekijkenByzantijns Keramiek Ingesneden granaat (Zonder Minimumprijs)
Nr. 91321695
A Byzantine ceramic grenade featuring a hollow globular body which tapers sharply to a pointed base. To the top, the vessel rises into a short neck and ends in a small, perforated mouth. The neck is adorned with an encircling ridge, below which a concentric pattern of heart-like shapes have been incised. Further down the body a series of thin, linear incisions have also been etched onto the surface. Minor chips and pitting appear upon the surface of the grenade, as well as earthly encrustations, which are all consistent with the age of the vessel.
This item would have been filled with an explosive liquid known as ‘Greek Fire’ and used as a hand grenade. Greek fire, also referred to as liquid fire, was the most famous weapon in the Byzantine arsenal, saving the Byzantines for centuries from foreign attacks. Being used in both defence and attack situations, the weapon proved significant in the survival of the Byzantine Empire. The formula for the flammable mixture was closely guarded for centuries and irredeemably lost after the collapse of the Empire. Its precise composition thus remains unknown to this day. Their average size and grip suggest the vessel being thrown by hand, in short-range conflicts, but this does not exclude the use of grenades in long-distance battles and at sea; as they were most likely hurled by catapults.
Measurements: (circa) L.17.4cm x W 10cm
Provenance: Ex private UK collection, acquired 1990s.
N.B. Delivery may be longer due to the busier period and we do not guarantee delivery before Christmas. Items paid for after the 18th December will be shipped after the New Year (week commencing on the 6th January 2025).
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A Byzantine ceramic grenade featuring a hollow globular body which tapers sharply to a pointed base. To the top, the vessel rises into a short neck and ends in a small, perforated mouth. The neck is adorned with an encircling ridge, below which a concentric pattern of heart-like shapes have been incised. Further down the body a series of thin, linear incisions have also been etched onto the surface. Minor chips and pitting appear upon the surface of the grenade, as well as earthly encrustations, which are all consistent with the age of the vessel.
This item would have been filled with an explosive liquid known as ‘Greek Fire’ and used as a hand grenade. Greek fire, also referred to as liquid fire, was the most famous weapon in the Byzantine arsenal, saving the Byzantines for centuries from foreign attacks. Being used in both defence and attack situations, the weapon proved significant in the survival of the Byzantine Empire. The formula for the flammable mixture was closely guarded for centuries and irredeemably lost after the collapse of the Empire. Its precise composition thus remains unknown to this day. Their average size and grip suggest the vessel being thrown by hand, in short-range conflicts, but this does not exclude the use of grenades in long-distance battles and at sea; as they were most likely hurled by catapults.
Measurements: (circa) L.17.4cm x W 10cm
Provenance: Ex private UK collection, acquired 1990s.
N.B. Delivery may be longer due to the busier period and we do not guarantee delivery before Christmas. Items paid for after the 18th December will be shipped after the New Year (week commencing on the 6th January 2025).
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Vertaling bekijkenAlles super, vielen Dank.
Vertaling bekijkenVielen Dank, ich bin sehr zufrieden, wundersxhöne Objekte. Und eine Ultraschnelle Lieferung. Innerhalb von 2 Tagen aus England bis zu mir nach Hause in die Schweiz, inkl. Verzollung. Das ist Top 👌
Vertaling bekijkenExcellent beautiful item. In as advertised condition, well packaged and promptly despatched. Thank you.
Vertaling bekijkenthank you....
Vertaling bekijkenThe customs authority held back the package but that's everything negative. Happy with the package.
Vertaling bekijkenSnelle levering en precies zoals omschreven. Ben er blij mee!
Vertaling bekijkenOggetti molto belli ma recapito lento
Vertaling bekijkenVery fast and secure transportation from Merry old England to EU!
Vertaling bekijkenBien reçu mon achat, et très content!! Merci encore au vendeur qui a fait le nécessaire pour régler le problème lié au dédouanement et qui a dû renvoyer une deuxième fois mon colis.
Vertaling bekijkenPerfect! Thank you very much!
Vertaling bekijkenVery fast delivery, good price, as depicted on the pictures.
Vertaling bekijkenVery pleased with my purchase. Very swift and safe delivery.
Vertaling bekijkenReally unique scarab Amulet, purchased at a great price. Crazy to think how old this item is and that I now own it... Brilliant Seller, super quick postage and great communication. Highly recommend
Vertaling bekijkenSprawna i rzetelna obsługa klienta. Polecam wszystkim. Pozdrawiam serdecznie. Jarosław
Vertaling bekijkenNice watch... Fast delivery. 👍🏻
Vertaling bekijkenComeço por agradecer o cuidado e a rapidez de como a encomenda fez-se chegar. Estou muito satisfeito com o produto, superou qualquer espectativa. Tanto o site como o vendo demonstraram confiança.
Vertaling bekijkenEnvio muy correcto, bien presentado y con certificados de autenticidad. El problema es la empresa de envio, FedEx, muy mal servicio. Recomiendo cambio porque es la tercera vez que me pasa lo mismo.
Vertaling bekijkenItems are as beautifull as discribed. Very carefully packed.
Vertaling bekijkenVery nice object, varefull packed, fast delivery - good transaction
Vertaling bekijkenThank you. I am very satisfied. Sincerely, Milano Paul.
Vertaling bekijkenThank you. I am very satisfied. Sincerely, Milano Paul.
Vertaling bekijkenZusätzlich zu den Zollgebühren musste ich auch noch 18 Euro Bereitstellungsendgeld für FedEx bezahlen. Das Zertifikat hat auch was abbekommen da es nur in einem dünnen Umschlag war. Bin unzufrieden!
Vertaling bekijkenHello, we have stated in our seller note that taxes and VAT are not included in the shipping costa and are the sole responsibility of the buyer. We are sorry to hear the certificate is damaged - a digital copy has been sent to the messages.
Well received: thank you!
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De verkoper garandeert dat het object legaal is verkregen en kan dit bewijzen. Catawiki heeft de verkoper geïnformeerd dat hij/zij documentatie moet overleggen die vereist is volgens de wetten in hun land van verblijf. De verkoper garandeert dat hij/zij toestemming heeft om het object te verkopen/exporteren. De verkoper zal alle over het object bekende herkomstgegevens aan de koper verstrekken. De verkoper zorgt ervoor dat eventueel benodigde vergunningen zijn/zullen worden geregeld. De verkoper zal de koper onmiddellijk informeren over eventuele vertragingen bij het verkrijgen van dergelijke vergunningen.