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    Is this a bullet?

    Found this at a circa 1880s house in Saint Louis im thinking its a bullet? It sure is heavy and im positive its made of lead.

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    all day long mate,looks like a fired and hit musket ball and the white patina gives it away as well.

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    Another cool find Ricky. Great job once again
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    What does the bottom look like is it conical shaped? Is there the left over remains of a circle on the bottom?
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    Coinnut the top is somewhat conical shaped and the bottom does look like it was circular at one time. I will try to post a better pic.

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