Lead wreath of lotus buds 6th–5th century Greek, Laconian Small flat votive figurines of cast lead have been found in great quantities at the ancient sanctuaries of Laconia; over one hundred thousand, dating from the seventh century to the Classical period, were dedicated to the goddess Artemis Orthia in Lead wreath of lotus buds 251744 Greek, Laconian, Lead wreath of lotus buds, 6th?5th century , Lead, Diameter: 7/16 in. ( cm). The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York. Gift of A. J. B. Wace, 1924 ()

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