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Description: | Lead spindle whorl. Cast biconvex whorl with a central moulded aperture of diameter 11.5mm, Both sides are decorated with moulded decoration, now much smoothed by wear. On one side this comprises a series of closely spaced radial lines which divide the surface into trapezoid compartments, possibly containing groups of two or three small pellets. On the other side, moulded detail includes radial lines, but these seem to end on or bisect small triangular cells arpind the outer edge/. A prominent flattened circumferential rim marks the meeting of the two halves. Now dark grey, which is an unusual finish for an object of this material. The mass may suggest a primary function plying cord. Suggested date: Post-Medieval, 1500-1600.Diameter: 28.2mm, Thickness: 14.2mm, Weight: 42.10gms.
Original Image | Publisher: | http://finds.org.uk | Source: | Portable Antiquities | Identifier: | https://finds.org.uk/database/artefacts/ | Go to resource |
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