20th September 2012, 10:20 AM | #1 |
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Cannon ball
I do not know of the cannonball and the historical period comes. Weighs 2.6 kg, has a diameter of 8.5 cm and is made of metal. In Romania was found in the Bocsa, Caras Severin, at a depth of 60 cm. Thank you.
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20th September 2012, 12:56 PM | #2 |
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Hi Multumesc,
Although it is almost impossible to tell I would tentatively say that, regarding the relative depth it was found at and the state of corrosion, it might be quite an early ball - 15th to 17th c.? Best, Michael |
25th September 2012, 12:17 PM | #3 |
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3 pictures I posted and after cleaning with vinegar.
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25th September 2012, 12:50 PM | #4 |
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Yeah, it looks like the real thing. A five pounder ?
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27th September 2012, 09:41 AM | #5 |
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It can be dangerous??
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27th September 2012, 02:22 PM | #6 |
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Only if you drop it on your foot!
Don't worry! Best, Michael |
5th October 2012, 12:46 PM | #7 |
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Thank you very much for answers.
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