Record ID: WILT-8E7703
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead spindle whorl of uncertain date (c. 800BC - AD 1600). The spindle whorl is circular with one flat face and one domed face. It measures 26.12mm in diameter and features a central circular perforation measuring 8.16mm in diameter. The lead has an off white patina and has been dented on one side. This is old damage as the dent has the same patination as the rest of the object. The artefact measures 26.12mm in diameter (internal diameter 8.16mm) and is 9.01mm thick. It weighs 27.79g.
Created on: Tuesday 4th November 2014
Last updated: Wednesday 7th January 2015
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Salisbury', grid reference and parish protected.