Wmid-37e1ef - Medieval spindle whorl

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Staffs FLO
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2022-05-17
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An incomplete lead or lead alloy bi convex decorated spindle whorl, of probably the Medieval period, dating from c. AD 1100 to AD 1450. The spindle whorl is sub circular in shape, and lentoid in section. Faint traces of decoration are on both the upper and lower surfaces, probably chevrons. The central hole is circular in shape and has been cast / set roughly centrally. It has a internal diameter of 8.6 mm. For more information, please visit the online database record available at: https://finds.org.uk/database/artefacts/record/id/1065491