|
Date: |
|
Description: | The object is probably a spindle whorl. The dates of spindle whorls are not certain, but they were used throughout the Roman and Medieval period. The spindle whorl is made from cast lead alloy or lead. It is a plano-convex shape and is sub-circular in plan. In the centre, there is a circular perforation which is 8.21mm diameter. The upper surface has some damage which appears to be caused by a linear object, possibly a knife or taught thread which has been imbedded in the surface. This damage results in linear grooves. There are also irregular shaped cells which may be casting faults. The surface is a cream colour. It measures 25.26mm diameter and 7.37mm thick. It weighs 21.6g.
Original Image | Publisher: | http://finds.org.uk | Source: | Portable Antiquities | Identifier: | http://finds.org.uk/database/artefacts/r... | Go to resource |
|
|