Ancient Greek/Roman Gobblet

By Sheraine Venetis, 22 November, 2010
Description

Silver Wine Gobblet, believed to be either thrown overboard or from a sunken ship. Found in  the waters of the Corinthian Bay  while i was fishing.  The water mark is believed to be that of ancient Rome, or so i have been told!

Category
Silver and Silver Overlay
Medium
solid silver
Distinguishing marks
silver hallmark
Condition
Good
Size and dimensions of this item
apprx: 6-8 inches
Date Period
ancient (possibly ancient roman/latin)
Weight
heavy (solid)
History
Item was found while fishing in waters off of coast of greece. Believed to be ancient, possibly from a sunken ship. Because of hallmark, could be from time of Roman occupation. Hallmark resembles that of ancient Rome.
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