Wmid-f4c495 - Medieval spindle whorl

Description

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. Both faces bear a similar design, involving diagonal lines forming chevron shapes, with pellets between them. The central hole is circular in shape and has been cast / set roughly centrally. It has a internal diameter of 10.5 mm. The outer edges have been damaged. For more information, please visit the database record at: https://finds.org.uk/database/artefacts/record/id/1055857.