Record ID: LON-370317
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Greater London Authority
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A Medieval - Post Medieval pottery spindle whorl made from stone ware, probably Langewehe, Belgium (late 15th – early 16th century). The spindle whorl has convex sides and slightly concave upper and lower surfaces. The central circular perforation has a diameter of 8.98mm. The spindle whorl is decorated with bands of horizontal incised lines around the midpoint. Dimensions: diameter: 27.34mm; thickness: 21.89mm; weight: 17.92g. Identified by Geoff Egan.
Created on: Monday 16th April 2007
Last updated: Thursday 24th February 2011
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'City of London', grid reference and parish protected.