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Description: | A lead alloy spindle whorl. The whorl is bi-convex and has a large central hole which has straight sides. Both faces are decorated with raised zigzag lines and pellets but the design is worn and not very clear. There are some scratches on the sides and faces. It has a diameter of 29.3mm and is 10.1mm thick. It weighs 31.17g. The whorl has a mid grey patina. Decorated whorles of this style are usually considered to be Medieval.
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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