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Description: | A cast lead alloy spindle whorl dating from the Roman through to the Post-Medieval period. The object is circular in plan and has a central rectangular perforation. The perforation measures 5.69mm in length. There is no visible decoration however it is pitted in places. The object has a light white patina and is in fair condition.Similar examples of spindle whorls have reportedly been found in contexts dated from the Roman through to the Post-Medieval period although the majority are typically dated broadly to the Medieval period c.1100-1500.
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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