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Byzantine 'Greek Fire' Hand Grenade

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BYZANTINE POTTERY "GREEK FIRE" GRENADE: Ca. AD 800-1000.A Byzantine ceramic hand grenade, also referred to as 'Greek Fire’, with a hollow bulbous body and a pointed base. A short neck with thick rim to the top; a geometric motif composed

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BYZANTINE POTTERY "GREEK FIRE" GRENADE: Ca. AD 800-1000.A Byzantine ceramic hand grenade, also referred to as 'Greek Fire’, with a hollow squared body and a pointed base. A short neck with thick rim to the top; a floral decoration and sha

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Rare Byzantine Pottery Greek Fire Grenade: Near East, Byzantine Empire, ca. mid-12th century CE. A molded ceramic grenade, used for holding the famed "Greek fire". The grenade has a seashell-like shape, with a hole near the top for inserting c

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Ancient Byzantine Clay "Greek Fire" Grenade: Ancient Byzantine Clay "Greek Fire" Grenade Date: 285 - 1453 A.D. Interesting Ancient Byzantine Clay "Greek Fire" Grenade. Complete, original, unrestored condition with fine ancient glaze. Excellent d

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Ancient Byzantine Clay "Greek Fire" Grenade: Ancient Byzantine Clay "Greek Fire" Grenade Date: C. 4th B.C Greek fire was an incendiary weapon used by the Eastern Roman (Byzantine) Empire that was first developed c. 672. The Byzantines typically

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Item Details

Description

9th-11th century AD. A hollow-formed onion-shaped ceramic vessel with raised dome and central hole to the top, bands of stamped leaf motifs to the body, conical base. 478 grams, 11.5cm (4 1/2"). Property of a London gentleman; acquired before 1980.

Condition

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Byzantine 'Greek Fire' Hand Grenade

Name: Byzantine 'Greek Fire' Hand Grenade
SKU: 41860659
Price: 170 GBP
Availability: InStock

Estimate £120 - £180

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Starting Price £100

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