Metrology
Mass (g) |
Mass (grain) |
Date of measurement |
Reference |
fragmented |
cleaned |
reference weight |
6.08 |
- |
- |
Auction CNG 1996 |
No |
No |
Yes |
Iconography
Symbol |
Technique |
Direction |
Position |
Number |
Synecdoche |
Handle
No
Suspension hole
No
Recarved mould
No
Recarved weight
No
Intentionally destroyed
No
Archaeological description
Auction CNG 1996: Hellenistic. Circa 1st Century BC-AD. Lot of two lead weights. Rectangular, resembling the early “oxhide” ingots. One of 8 drachms (27.95 gm) with Η, the other 2 drachms (6.08 gm) with Β. Both VF, with heavy brown patina. 2 pieces in lot.