Roman Lead Sling Bullet (Glans) flintblade A beautifully preserved and historically

A beautifully preserved and historically significant relic

beginning with a mass of clay that is shaped and expanded

flaring neck terminating in an elegantly everted rim

The precise arrangement of seeds and gossypol glands in these illustrations reflects the deep botanical knowledge of these ancient cultures

Bura terracotta artifacts are highly distinctive

Roman Lead Sling Bullet (Glans) flintblade A beautifully preserved and historicallyRoman Republic, c. 200100 BC A fascinating and evocative artifact from the battlefield of antiquityan original cast lead sling bullet (glans), used by Roman or allied forces during the late Republican period. Cast in a roughly ellipsoidal form, this aerodynamic projectile is designed for maximum velocity and impact. Its small size and leaden composition made it especially difficult to detect in flight and deadly in skilled hands. The Latin term