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Description: | LeadSpindle Whorl. Cast biconvex whorl with a central aperture of diameter 10mm and decoration comprising ten curving radial ribs on one side; these would give a striking effect as the whorl turned - at least until masked by the material being spun. Patinated overall. The mass of this whorl may suggest it was intended to spin cord rather than a yarn. Suggested date: Medieval, 1100-1300.Diameter: 27.6mm, Height: 12.6mm, Weight: 48.76gms.
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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