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Description: | : Lead spindle whorl. Cast biconical whorl with a central moulded aperture of diameter 11mm. Each half bear strongly moulded decoration. One one side this comprises radial ribs which divide the surface into a series of trapezoid compartments; the spacing is variable and the compartment sizes accordingly uneven. A curvilinear mark may resemble the letter E. The other side bears a series of curvilinear figures which bear a passing resemblance to simple curvilinear letters, occupying about half the available field. If these marks do represent letters, a reading resembling P A O M C might be suggested. A strongly defined circumferential rim marks the meeting of the two halves. Patinated. The mass may suggest a primary function plying cord. Suggested date: Post-Medieval, 1500-1600.Diameter: 28.2mm, Thickness: 14.7mm, Weight: 43.96gms.
Original Image | Publisher: | http://finds.org.uk | Source: | Portable Antiquities | Identifier: | https://finds.org.uk/database/artefacts/ | Go to resource |
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