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Description: | A complete cast lead probable spindle whorl of Unknown date. Length: 16.2mm; maximum diameter: 23.1mm. Weight: 40.90g.The spindle whorl is bi-conical in form. It has flattened ends and a longitudinal tapering perforation through the centre. At one end the perforation is sub-circular and has a maximum diameter of 5.2mm. The perforation at the other end is much smaller with a diameter of 2.6mm. To one side of the larger perforation there is a flattened area which appears to be a deliberate attempt to make the opening smaller, perhaps in order to firmly secure the distaff. Each face is decorated with about forty evenly spaced radiating lines composed of five small circular punch-marks. Adjacent to the periphery, on either face, there is an indistinct circumferential groove although the periphery itself is undecorated.The object is in good condition and has a buff patina overall.
Original Image | Publisher: | http://finds.org.uk | Source: | Portable Antiquities | Identifier: | http://finds.org.uk/database/artefacts/r... | Go to resource |
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