|
Date: |
|
Description: | A lead alloy spindle whorl of medieval date. The object is circular in plan and oval in cross-section. The object has a large central circular perforation with an internal diameter of 9.5mm. One face of the spindle whorl is decorated with a moulded star burst design with a six pointed star and worn pellets. The opposite face is decorated with a worn moulded lines which radiate out from the perforation and pellets. The object has a light brown patina and is in good 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.Dimensions: 30mm in diameter, 11mm thick, 34.7g.
Original Image | Publisher: | http://finds.org.uk | Source: | Portable Antiquities | Identifier: | https://finds.org.uk/database/artefacts/ | Go to resource |
|
|