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Description: | A lead alloy spindle whorl of probable medieval date. The object is circular in plan with oval sides and flattened faces. The object has a large central circular perforation which measures 9mm in diameter. Each face is worn with a light white patina and is undecorated.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: 29mm in diameter, 5mm thick, 42.8g.
Original Image | Publisher: | http://finds.org.uk | Source: | Portable Antiquities | Identifier: | https://finds.org.uk/database/artefacts/ | Go to resource |
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