Record ID: NLM-0FBCFE
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: North Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead spindle whorl. Small cast plano-convex whorl with a central moulded aperture of diameter 6.2mm; chipped and patinated thereafter. Walton Rogers form A1. The small spindle hole may point to a Roman or Anglo-Saxon date. Suggested date: Unknown, Roman to Early Medieval, 43-850 Diameter (long axis): 22.7mm, Thickness: 8.9mm, Weight: 17.95gms
Created on: Monday 5th February 2024
Last updated: Monday 5th February 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Cadney', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: NLM-0F89CC
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: North Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead spindle whorl. Cast plano-convex whorl with a moulded central aperture of diameter 11.7mm, Walton Rogers form A1. Shrinkage lines around the hole on the flat side may indicate the object was cast in an open mould. A gouge beside the hole on the flat side might be a tying groove signalling the conversion of whorl to line weight. Patinated. The spindle hole size could admit an Anglo-Scandinavian date. Suggested date: Early Medieval, 850-1000 Diameter: 25.7mm, Thickness: 12mm, Weight: 39.35gms
Created on: Monday 5th February 2024
Last updated: Monday 5th February 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Cadney', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: NLM-0F60D3
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: North Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead spindle whorl. Cast plano-convex whorl with a central moulded aperture of diameter 10mm, Walton Rogers form A1. There is a slight shrinkage line around the hole which may suggest the object was cast in an open mould. The spindle hole size could admit an Anglo-Scandinavian date though the metal retains a greyish tint. Suggested date: possibly Early Medieval, 850-1000 Diameter: 28.9mm, Thickness: 11.0mm, Weight: 46.86gms
Created on: Monday 5th February 2024
Last updated: Monday 5th February 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Cadney', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: NLM-CF49A4
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: North Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead spindle whorl. Lead cast biconical spindle whorl, radial line decoration, similar on both sides. Source record suggests a medieval date. The mass may point to as primary function plying cord. Suggested date [by MF]: Post-Medieval, 1500-1600 Diameter: 25.8mm, Thickness: 18.4mm, Weight: 52.64gms
Created on: Friday 2nd February 2024
Last updated: Friday 2nd February 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: NLM-BBBFFD
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead spindle whorl. Fat flat cast lead disc, elaborate design on both sides. Walton Rogers form B. The mass might suggest a primary function plying cord. Suggested date: Medieval, 1100-1200 Diameter: 32.1mm, Thickness: 9.3mm, Weight: 51.12gms
Created on: Thursday 1st February 2024
Last updated: Thursday 1st February 2024
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Record ID: NLM-BB2AB7
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: North Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead spindle whorl. Biconical lead cast spindle whorl, dots and bows on both sides, source record proposes a medieval date. Suggested date: Post-Medieval, 1500-1600 Diameter: 25.8mm, Thickness: 13.0mm, Weight: 36.15gms
Created on: Thursday 1st February 2024
Last updated: Thursday 1st February 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: NLM-BA27BD
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead spindle whorl. Biconical lead cast spindle whorl, bows and dots on both sides [source record suggests a medieval date]. Suggested date: Post-Medieval, 1500-1600 Diameter: 25.9mm, Thickness: 13.9mm, Weight: 33.15gms
Created on: Thursday 1st February 2024
Last updated: Thursday 1st February 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: NLM-B6EC87
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead spindle whorl. Biconical lead cast spindle whorl, decorated on one side only, radial and concentric lines. The source record advances a medieval date. The mass may suggest a primary function plying cord. Suggested date [by MF]: Post-Medieval, 1500-1600 Diameter: 30.4mm, Thickness: 13.9mm, Weight: 54.61gms
Created on: Thursday 1st February 2024
Last updated: Thursday 1st February 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: LEIC-A647F5
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Rutland
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead-alloy spindle whorl of medieval to post-medieval date, c.AD 1200 - 1500. The spindle whorl is bi-conical with a central circular perforation running through it. Both faces are decorated similarly, with raised lines and pellets. Each are decorated with four triangular segments, eaqually spaced, an elongated pellet in the centre of each one and three between each triangle.  Diameter: 29 mm  Diameter of perforation: 9.5 mm Weight: 35.38 g Decorated lead-alloy spindle whorls or weights can be difficult to date as they are not commonly discovered in dateable …
Created on: Wednesday 31st January 2024
Last updated: Monday 15th April 2024
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Record ID: NLM-A5D8B1
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead spindle whorl. Biconical lead cast spindle whorl, starburst and dots on both sides identical [source record suggests a later medieval date] . Suggested date [MF]: Post-Medieval, 1500-1600 Diameter: 32.8mm, Thickness: 9.7mm, Weight: 39.33gms
Created on: Wednesday 31st January 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 31st January 2024
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Record ID: LANCUM-A1F3BD
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead alloy artefact which may be a part formed spindle whorl or gaming piece. It is circular with a central hole. One side is flat with a central depression running around it, leaving the inner and outer edges raised. The other side has three 'globules' raised above the base, leaving one flat area, the globules and flat part all covering approximately a quarter of the diameter. It has an even brown patina. While the shape and central hole are characteristics of spindle whorls, they are also found on Viking lead alloy turreted gaming pieces. As it is a miscast p…
Created on: Wednesday 31st January 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 31st January 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Longridge', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-A1D329
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead alloy bi conical spindle whorl. The design on one face consists of two concentric circles, one inside the inner edge and one at the outer edge. Inside these frames are triangular patterns formed of chords which terminal with a knop. The other side has a the same two frames outside and inside although less prominently and lines triangles with the wide base at the centre. It has an even white patina. Similar spindle whorls on the PAS database are dated to AD 1100-1500 Dimensions: 27mm diameter and 12mm deep, the central hole is 10mm diameter and…
Created on: Wednesday 31st January 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 31st January 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Longridge', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LANCUM-A132EB
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A lead alloy bi conical spindle whorl. The design on one face consists of two concentric circles, one inside the inner edge and one at the outer edge. Inside these frames are triangular patterns formed of chords. The other side has a the same two frames outside and inside and lines radiating from the centre. It has an even light brown patina, and some degredation. Similar spindle whorls on the PAS database are dated to AD 1100-1500. Dimensions: 31mm diameter, 11,mm deep and the central hole is 8mm diameter. It weighs 28.29g
Created on: Wednesday 31st January 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 31st January 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Longridge', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: NLM-A0AB85
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead spindle whorl. Lead cast biconical spindle whorl, starburst and dots on both sides. Suggested date: Post-Medieval, 1500-1600 Diameter: 29.5mm, Thickness: 9.3mm, Weight: 30.60gms
Created on: Wednesday 31st January 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 31st January 2024
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Record ID: YORYM-91CD18
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: East Riding of Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead-alloy spindle whorl of medieval to Post-Medieval date, c.AD 1100 - 1600. Walton Rogers Form C. The spindle whorl is bi-conical with a central perforation running through it. It appears undecorated. The metal has a dark grey/white patina and is worn. The spindle whorl is 32.7mm in diameter, 10.9mm thick and weighs 54.5g. The perforation is 10.6mm in diameter suggesting a medieval date as per the thicker spindles of this period (Walton Rogers, 1997, p.1731). It also fits into Walton Rogers Form C which dates to AD 1100-1600 (Walton Rogers, …
Created on: Tuesday 30th January 2024
Last updated: Thursday 15th February 2024
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Record ID: YORYM-8E9427
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead-alloy spindle whorl of Early-Medieval to Medieval date, c.AD 700 - 1200. Walton Rogers Form B. The spindle whorl is circular with two flat faces, flat sides and a central perforation running through it. The object is undecorated. The metal has a light brown patina and is worn. The spindle whorl is 29.75mm in diameter, 9.36mm thick and weighs 47.65g. The perforation is 10.19mm in diameter suggesting an Early-Medieval to Medieval date (Walton Rogers, 1997, p.1731). It also fits into Walton Rogers Form B2 which dates to AD 700-1200 (Walton Rogers…
Created on: Tuesday 30th January 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 14th February 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: LVPL-77F00B
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Flintshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lead / lead alloy spindle whorl probably dating to the medieval period (c.AD 1200-1500). The object is biconical in shape with steeped edges and a large central perforation measuring 8.4mm in diameter. One side of the object is incomplete and both faces are worn. The incomplete face presents a raised zig-zag decoration and the other face is too worn to determine any details. The object has a pale cream patina. Dimensions: Diameter 22.3mm; width 11mm; weight 16.31g Decorated lead-alloy spindle whorls or weights can be difficult to date as they are not commonly discovere…
Created on: Monday 29th January 2024
Last updated: Friday 2nd February 2024
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Record ID: WMID-3B6B48
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete 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. The obverse and reverse have different designs. The obverse has lots of closely placed diagonal rays which terminate with a pellet. The reverse has plain diagonal rays, spaced further apart with a pellet between them. The central hole is circular in shape and has been cast / set roughly centrally. It has a internal diameter of 9.0 mm. The whorl measures 28.4 mm&…
Created on: Friday 26th January 2024
Last updated: Friday 26th January 2024
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Record ID: LIN-374DCE
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead medieval spindle whorl dating to c.AD 1100-1500 The object is plano-convex with a reverse. Central circular hole. Undecorated. Light cream patina. Diameter: 31.2 mm; Thickness: 7.62mm; Weight: 37.65g Other ref: 73
Created on: Friday 26th January 2024
Last updated: Friday 26th January 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Greetham with Somersby', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LIN-37415D
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead medieval spindle whorl dating to c.AD 1100-1500 The object is biconvex with a flat top and reverse. Off-centre sub-oval hole. Traces of radiating lines and pellets on both sides. Light-brown-cream patina. Diameter: 29.33 mm; Thickness: 11.61 mm; Weight: 31.94g Other ref: 71
Created on: Friday 26th January 2024
Last updated: Friday 26th January 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Greetham with Somersby', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LIN-3712D2
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead medieval spindle whorl dating to c.AD 1100-1500 The object is plano-convex with a flat reverse. Off-centre sub-oval hole. Undecorated. Light-brown-cream patina. Diameter: 37.05 mm; Thickness: 11.26 mm; Weight: 43.73g Other ref: 70
Created on: Friday 26th January 2024
Last updated: Friday 26th January 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Greetham with Somersby', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LIN-370413
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead medieval spindle whorl dating to c.AD 1100-1500 The object is biconvex with a flat top and reverse. Faint traces of radiating line motif. Light-brown-cream patina. Diameter: 28.14 mm; Thickness: 13.8 mm; Weight: 49.06g Other ref: 69
Created on: Friday 26th January 2024
Last updated: Friday 26th January 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Greetham with Somersby', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LIN-36CE4E
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead medieval spindle whorl dating to c.AD 1100-1500 The object is broadly triangular with sloping sides and a flat reverse and top.It is undecorated. Brownish-cream patina. Diameter: 25.08 mm; Thickness: 9.84 mm; Weight: 22.9g Other ref: 67
Created on: Friday 26th January 2024
Last updated: Friday 26th January 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Greetham with Somersby', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LIN-2B692E
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead medieval spindle whorl dating to c.AD 1100-1500 Biconical with a thickened outer circumferiential band. There are traces of radiating ribs and pellets. Motif on both sides. Pale cream patina with patches of black. Very worn. Diameter: 29.67 mm; Thickness: 8.30 mm; Weight: 35.53g
Created on: Thursday 25th January 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 31st January 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: LVPL-0DF8C7
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire East
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead / lead alloy spindle whorl probably dating to the medieval period (c.AD 1200-1500). The object is biconical in shape with steeped sides rounded edge with a large central perforation measuring 7.7mm in diameter. Both faces are decorated; one face presents a raised border around the perforation from which angled lines radiate. The other face presents alternating raised traverse lines and pellets in the centre. The object has a smooth light cream patina. Dimensions: Diameter 28.6mm; width 9.4mm; weight 35.56g Decorated lead-alloy spindle whorls or weights can be difficu…
Created on: Wednesday 24th January 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 31st January 2024
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Record ID: OXON-036814
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Oxfordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Roman to Medieval (1st to 15th centuries) spindle whorl: A lead or lead alloy spindle whorl or weight which is sub-circular in plan and in profile is a rectangle with rounded corners. The outer face is slightly convex, with the base being flat with a slight concentric groove around the central perforation. This sub-circular perforation is 8.48mm diameter. The object is a dark cream colour. It measures 26.39mm long, 25.16mm wide, 11.04mm thick and weighs 42.23g. Spindle whorls and weights, as artefact types, can be hard to date accurately as they remained in use for a long p…
Created on: Tuesday 23rd January 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 7th February 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: LIN-FC99FA
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead medieval spindle whorl dating to c.AD 1100-1500 Circular lead whorl. Plano-convex in cross-section. Slightly off-centre circular perforation. Reddish-brown patina with patches of cream/pale. Diameter: 24.23 mm;Thickness: 6.77 mm; Weight: 20.16g
Created on: Tuesday 23rd January 2024
Last updated: Tuesday 23rd January 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Greetham with Somersby', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WMID-FBBC7B
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lead alloy spindle whorl, possibly dating to the Medieval period circa AD 1200-1500. The whorl is biconical in shape with steep sides, flat edges and a central circular perforation. The obverse is decorated with five visible transverse lines radiating from the centre with one pellet in between each, six pellets total. There is an area on the obverse which has been worn away where the decoration is not visible. The reverse is decorates with eleven transverse lines radiating from the centre.  There are two areas on the rim of the whorl where it has been buc…
Created on: Tuesday 23rd January 2024
Last updated: Thursday 1st February 2024
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Record ID: LVPL-FB5A2B
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire East
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead spindle whorl of medieval to post-medieval date (1100-1550). Walton Rodgers form C2. The object is circular in plan, with a hole running through its middle. In section, the spindle whorl is lozenge shaped. Both faces are undecorated and flat, and the object has developed a cream patina. Dimensions: Diameter 24.1mm, Thickness 5.9mm, Weight 16.11g.
Created on: Tuesday 23rd January 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 7th February 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: LVPL-FA452E
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire East
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead spindle whorl of post-medieval to modern date (1500-1950). Walton Rodgers form B. The object is circular in plan, with a hole running through its middle. In section, the spindle whorl is rectangular. Both faces are undecorated but heavily worn. Both faces are flat and undecorated, and the object has developed a cream patina. Dimensions: Diameter 23.0mm, Thickness 10.7mm, Weight 26.55g
Created on: Tuesday 23rd January 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 7th February 2024
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Record ID: SUR-F8F6CF
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Surrey
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A plano convex cast lead alloy spindle whorl of medieval or later date, 25.6mm in diameter. The central hole for the distaff is 9.5mm in diameter. The sides are smoothly rounded and there is no decoration or other marks.
Created on: Tuesday 23rd January 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 17th April 2024
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Record ID: LVPL-E8DAF6
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire East
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead spindle whorl of Roman to post-medieval date (c.AD43-1800). The object is circular in plan, with a hole running through its middle. In section, the spindle whorl is D-shaped. Both faces are undecorated but heavily worn. The object has no decoration and has developed a cream patina. It is hard to date spindle whorls as their form has remained unchanged since the Roman period. Dimensions: Diameter 24.3mm, Thickness 11.5mm, Weight 30.50g
Created on: Monday 22nd January 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 7th February 2024
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Record ID: WMID-E87AE8
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead spindle whorl of possibly early Medieval to Medieval date (AD 800-1100). The object is plano-convex with a domed face, rounded edges and a flat base with a central perforation measuring 8.4mm in diameter. It fits into the Walton Rogers classification Form A1. No decoration is present on either side.  The whorl is cream in colour, with a mottled surface patina. Abrasion, caused by movement whilst within the plough soil, has resulted in a loss of some of the original surface detail. Measurements: diameter 22.3mm, thickn…
Created on: Monday 22nd January 2024
Last updated: Friday 2nd February 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: WMID-E831F4
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead spindle whorl of possibly early Medieval to Medieval date (AD 800-1100). The object is plano-convex in shape with a domed side, rounded edges and a flat base with a central perforation measuring 8.2mm in diameter. It fits into the Walton Rogers classification Form A1. No decoration is present on either side.  The whorl is cream in colour, with a mottled surface patina. Abrasion, caused by movement whilst within the plough soil, has resulted in a loss of some of the original surface detail. Measurements: diameter 29.4mm, th…
Created on: Monday 22nd January 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 7th February 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: WMID-E7F503
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead spindle whorl of early Medieval to Medieval in date (AD 850-1200). The spindle whorl is discoid in shape and sub-circular in plan. It fits into the Walton Rogers classification form B. The central hole is circular in shape with an internal diameter of 9.8mm. No decoration is present on both surfaces. The whorl is a cream / brown colour, with a mottled surface patina. Abrasion, caused by movement whilst within the plough soil, has resulted in a loss of some of the original surface detail. Measurements: diameter 32mm, thickness 9…
Created on: Monday 22nd January 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 7th February 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: WMID-E7ACF1
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead spindle whorl of possibly Roman to Medieval date (AD 43-1100). The object is plano-convex in shape with a domed side, rounded edges and a flat base with a central perforation measuring 5.2mm in diameter. It fits into the Walton Rogers classification Form A1. No decoration is present on either side.  The whorl is cream/brown in colour, with a mottled surface patina. Abrasion, caused by movement whilst within the plough soil, has resulted in a loss of some of the original surface detail. Measurements: diameter 19.8mm, thickness 4…
Created on: Monday 22nd January 2024
Last updated: Thursday 8th February 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: WMID-E79908
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
complete lead spindle whorl of possibly early Medieval to Medieval date (AD 800-1100). The object is plano-convex in shape with a domed side, rounded edges and a flat base with a central perforation measuring 9.1mm in diameter. It fits into the Walton Rogers classification Form A1. No decoration is present on either side.  The whorl is cream/grey in colour, with an even surface patina. Abrasion, caused by movement whilst within the plough soil, has resulted in a loss of some of the original surface detail. Measurements: diameter 31.3mm, t…
Created on: Monday 22nd January 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 7th February 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: WMID-E78297
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead spindle whorl of Medieval date (AD1100-1500). The object is biconical in shape with steeped sides and rounded edges with a central perforation measuring 8.6mm in diameter. It fits into the Walton Rogers classification Form C. Both sides are decorated; one face presents a raised design of 12 lines radiating from the centre. A pellet decorates six of the segments. The other face is also decorated with a raised concentric circle between the perforation and edge. Eight raised lines radiate from the centre, crossing over the concentric circle. A pellet is pre…
Created on: Monday 22nd January 2024
Last updated: Thursday 8th February 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: WMID-E5066B
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead spindle whorl of possibly early Medieval to Medieval date (AD 800-1100). The spindle whorl is sub-circular in plan and plano-convex in cross section. It fits into the Walton Rogers classification Form A1. The central hole is sub-circular with an internal diameter of 9.1mm. No decoration is present on both surfaces.  The whorl is cream/grey in colour, with an even surface patina. Abrasion, caused by movement whilst within the plough soil, has resulted in a loss of some of the original surface detail. Measurements: diam…
Created on: Monday 22nd January 2024
Last updated: Friday 2nd February 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: WMID-E4E4C4
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead spindle whorl of possibly early Medieval to Medieval date (AD 800-1100). The spindle whorl is sub-circular in plan and plano-convex in cross section. It fits into the Walton Rogers classification Form A1. The central hole is sub-circular with an internal diameter of 9.1mm. No decoration is present on both surfaces. The flat base has a thin concave line.  The whorl is cream/grey in colour, with an even surface patina. Abrasion, caused by movement whilst within the plough soil, has resulted in a loss of some of the origi…
Created on: Monday 22nd January 2024
Last updated: Friday 2nd February 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: WMID-E4CE3A
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead spindle whorl of possibly early Medieval to Medieval date (AD 800-1100). The spindle whorl is sub-circular in plan and plano-convex in cross section. It fits into the Walton Rogers classification Form A1. The central hole is circular in shape with an internal diameter of 8.5mm. No decoration is present on both surfaces.  The whorl is cream/grey in colour, with an even surface patina. Abrasion, caused by movement whilst within the plough soil, has resulted in a loss of some of the original surface detail. Measurements:…
Created on: Monday 22nd January 2024
Last updated: Friday 2nd February 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: WMID-E46579
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead spindle whorl of possibly early Medieval to Medieval date (AD 800-1100). The spindle whorl is sub-circular in plan and plano-convex in cross section. It fits into the Walton Rogers classification Form A1. The central hole is circular in shape with an internal diameter of 9.6mm. No decoration is present on both surfaces.  The whorl is cream/brown in colour, with a mottled surface patina. Abrasion, caused by movement whilst within the plough soil, has resulted in a loss of some of the original surface detail. Measu…
Created on: Monday 22nd January 2024
Last updated: Friday 2nd February 2024
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Record ID: WMID-E45217
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead spindle whorl of possibly early Medieval to Medieval date (AD 800-1100). The spindle whorl is sub-circular in plan and plano-convex in cross section. It fits into the Walton Rogers classification Form A1. The central hole is circular in shape with an internal diameter of 9.7mm. No decoration is present on both surfaces.  The whorl is grey in colour, with an even surface patina. Abrasion, caused by movement whilst within the plough soil, has resulted in a loss of some of the original surface detail. Measurements: diame…
Created on: Monday 22nd January 2024
Last updated: Thursday 8th February 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: WMID-E43027
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead spindle whorl of possibly early Medieval to Medieval date (AD 800-1100). The spindle whorl is sub-circular in plan and plano-convex in cross section. It fits into the Walton Rogers classification Form A1. The central hole is circular in shape with an internal diameter of 8.9mm. No decoration is present on both surfaces. The whorl is a cream / brown colour, with a mottled surface patina. Abrasion, caused by movement whilst within the plough soil, has resulted in a loss of some of the original surface detail. Measurements: d…
Created on: Monday 22nd January 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 7th February 2024
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Record ID: YORYM-9453B6
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: East Riding of Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead-alloy spindle whorl of medieval to post-medieval date, c.AD 1200 - 1800. The spindle whorl is bi-conical with a central perforation running through it. One side is decorated raised lines diagonally radiating from the perforation to the outer edge forming triangular cells along the interior and exterior edges. All but two of the resulting cells have a single raised pellets within. Some damage is present on this side. The radiating lines are replicated on the other side of the whorl. Only the interior cells feature the single pellet within. The metal…
Created on: Thursday 18th January 2024
Last updated: Friday 26th January 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: NLM-7DCFB9
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: North Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead spindle whorl. Cast plano-convex whorl with a central moulded aperture of diameter 9.5mm with a prominent flattened circumferential rim , patinated and abraded. While the spindle hole size and indeed the surface condition may point to an Anglo-Scandinavian or later date, the form might point to this being a homemade copy using one half of a biconical whorl to form a mould. Suggested date: Unknown, Early Medieval to Post-Medieval, 850-1600 Diameter: 29.3mm, Thickness: 10.8mm, Weight: 41.20gms
Created on: Wednesday 17th January 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 17th January 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Broughton', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LEIC-7A91C8
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Leicestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A Medieval to early Post-Medieval lead alloy spindle whorl or weight, dating to c.AD 1200 - 1800. It is circular in plan and rectangular in cross-section with some minor wear on the edges and round the central hole. It is undecorated. Diameter: 28 mm Thickness: 10.4 mm Weight: 53.29 g
Created on: Wednesday 17th January 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 17th January 2024
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Record ID: NLM-7A3EE7
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead possible spindle whorl. Cast discoid cylindrical whorl with a central moulded aperture of diameter 11.8mm, cf. Walton Rogers form B. One side bears a possibly decorative scheme of indistinct shapes to either side of a gutter round the central hole. This might alternatively be the fortuitous result of shrinkage from casting in an open mould. The metal retains a grey tint which might argue against identification as a whorl, and perhaps in favour of a use as a much more recent fishing line weight. Suggested date: Unknown, Post-Medieval to Modern, 1500-1950 Diameter: 26.2mm, Thicknes…
Created on: Wednesday 17th January 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 17th January 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Pilham', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: NLM-67E655
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead possible spindle whorl, as kindly suggested by the finder. Cast lump with a central moulded hole of diameter 9.5mm [long axis], possibly approaching a conical form, cf. Walton Rogers form A2. Severely distorted with deep scratches and lateral squashing; patinated. If indeed a whorl, and perhaps mis-cast at that, the spindle hole size may hint at an Anglo-Scandinavian date. Suggested date: possibly Early Medieval, 850-1000 Height: 16.7mm, Diameter: 25.3mm, Weight: 34.57gms
Created on: Tuesday 16th January 2024
Last updated: Tuesday 16th January 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'near Gainsborough', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: SWYOR-52D184
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Wakefield
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A probably Early Medieval lead spindle whorl dating from AD 500 - 850. It is of Walton Rogers form A1. It is sub-circular and D shaped in cross-section. The domed face is rough. Measurements are; diameter 18.0mm, thickness 4.9mm and weight 21.33g. The central hole is 6.1mm diameter. Form A1 whorls are dated by Walton Rogers to AD 500 - 1000. Those with a central perforation of 6-9mm are more likely to be early to mid Saxon, and those with a larger perforation are more likely to be late Saxon onwards.
Created on: Monday 15th January 2024
Last updated: Friday 26th January 2024
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Record ID: SWYOR-52CAE8
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Wakefield
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete Medieval to Post Medieval lead spindle whorl dating from AD 1200 - 1550. It is of Walton Rogers form C2. The whorl is biconical, but only half survives. It is broken across the central hole which has a diameter of about 9.4mm. Both faces are decorated with a pattern of raised radiating ribs.  Measurements are; length 27.5mm, width 13.3mm, thickness 8.8mm and weight 32.82g.
Created on: Monday 15th January 2024
Last updated: Friday 26th January 2024
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Record ID: SWYOR-52C1F9
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Wakefield
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A Medieval to Post Medieval lead spindle whorl dating from about AD 1200 - 1550. It is of Walton Rogers form C2. It is biconical with a deisgn in relief on each face. One face has a zigzag line forming a star of eight points round the central hole. The other face has at least four worn curvilinear symbols equally spaced round the whorl. Measurements are; diameter 22.7mm, thickness 6.4mm and weight 40.10g. The central hole is 7.1mm diameter. Walton Rogers dates form C2 whorls from 1100 onwards. Standley (2016) suggests that decorated lead whorls were used from AD 1200 - 1550.
Created on: Monday 15th January 2024
Last updated: Friday 26th January 2024
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Record ID: SWYOR-52AE56
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Wakefield
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A Medieval to Post Medieval lead spindle whorl dating from about AD 1450 - 1550. It is of Walton Rogers form C2. It is biconical with a design of raised pellets and radiating ribs on each face. Measurements are; diameter 27.3mm, thickness 9.7mm and weight 30.34g. The central hole has a diameter of 9.5mm. Walton Rogers dates form C2 whorls from 1100 onwards. She cites Ivens et al (1995) that those with dots are Post Medieval. Decorated bi-conical whorls found in stratified contexts in Leicester and Derbyshire have been dated to the late Medieval period, about 14…
Created on: Monday 15th January 2024
Last updated: Friday 26th January 2024
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Record ID: NLM-E6988B
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead spindle whorl. Cast thin flat-sided discoid whorl with a central moulded aperture of diameter 10.4mm, Walton Rogers form B. A moulded design comprises a star of ten points formed by the overlaying of separate sub-rectangular shapes. Each point of the star contains a single small pellet and a further ring of small pellets is set centrally around the hole. The decoration appears on one side only. The affinities of the motif are with the decoration of usually biconical whorls ascribed to the early post-medieval period although the form enjoyed a long use. Patinated. Suggested date: P…
Created on: Wednesday 10th January 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 10th January 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'near Gainsborough', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WAW-D46A97
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Worcestershire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead or lead alloy spindle whorl of Roman to Post Medieval dating circa (AD 43 - AD 1650). The spindle whorl is sub circular in form with rounded curved edges. The central hole is sub circular in shape. The internal diameter of the hole measures 6.6 mm wide. Both upper and lower faces bear no trace of decoration. The whorl has a diameter of 20.6 mm and is 12.4 mm thick. It weighs 24.7 The whorl is of a light cream to grey colour, with an even surface patina. Abrasion, caused by movement whilst within the plough soil, …
Created on: Tuesday 9th January 2024
Last updated: Tuesday 20th February 2024
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Record ID: LANCUM-D1C268
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Derbyshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Part of a lead alloy spindle whorl with an unusual design. It is a shallow biconical whorl, with a moulded border around the circumference and inner diameter. On one side is a knot design formed of intertwined lines. On the other side is a design made up of various symbols, including groups of three dots, radiating lines and what may be two intertwined letter F's, and, unusually, a heart motif. The image on the right hand side gives a better view of these symbols. Approximately 60% of the whorl survives. The diameter of the central hole is 10mm which would sugge…
Created on: Tuesday 9th January 2024
Last updated: Tuesday 9th January 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Whaley Bridge', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: SWYOR-C127AE
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete cast lead spindle whorl dating from the late Medieval to Post Medieval period, about AD 1450 - 1550. It is bi-convex in shape and of Walton Rogers form C2. Both faces are decorated in moulded relief and have a series of zigzag lines interspersed with raised dots. The lines form asymmetrical four-pointed stars with a pellet between each point. On one face the moulded decoration is more pronounced. It has a medial circumferential thickened rim and a central moulded aperture with a diameter of 10.1mm.  The whorl has a sand-co…
Created on: Monday 8th January 2024
Last updated: Thursday 1st February 2024
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Record ID: SWYOR-C019A9
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Wakefield
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A probably Early Medieval lead spindle whorl dating from AD 700 - 1100. It is conical in form, with angled sides and flat surfaces , probably of Walton Rogers form A2. The whorl is undecorated and has a light grey patina. Measurements are; diameter 19.2mm, thickness 8.4mm and weight 13.20g. The central hole is 7.6mm diameter. Form A2 whorls are dated by Walton Rogers to AD 700 - 1100. Those with a central perforation of 6-9mm are more likely to be early to mid Saxon, and those with a larger perforation are more likely to be late Saxon onwards. The size of …
Created on: Monday 8th January 2024
Last updated: Friday 2nd February 2024
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Record ID: LVPL-BF4199
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Wirral
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead spindle whorl from the Medieval period (AD1200-1500). The whorl is made up of a central bi-conical body with hole measuring 10.7mm. It is decorated on both faces with a series of raised lines, which form triangular shapes and pellets. The object has a grey patina, and the decoration is heavily worn. Lead spindle whorls were uncommon before the medieval period and the relatively large diameter of the central perforation places this in the mid to later medieval period. Standley (2016, 278-9) suggests this type dates between the 13th and end of the 15th cent…
Created on: Monday 8th January 2024
Last updated: Monday 22nd January 2024
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Record ID: SWYOR-BEB9AE
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Nottinghamshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead spindle whorl dating from the Early Medieval period, about AD 500 - 850. It is of Walton Rogers form A1. It has one flat face and one rounded. It is 27.9mm in diameter and 10.7mm thick with a central, circular perforation of internal diameter 8.4mm.It weighs 38.7g.
Created on: Monday 8th January 2024
Last updated: Sunday 28th January 2024
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Record ID: LANCUM-7E56BD
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: ROMAN
County: Lancashire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A spindle whorl made from a piece of Roman Samian ware pottery. It is slightly concave. There is no decoration, and the edges are chipped all of the way round the outside on the underside, and in a few discreet areas on the surface. The whorl may post date the Roman period as the central hole is not at the smallest end of the spectrum for a Roman date. One of very similar shape and dimensions is recorded as PUBLIC-DD674B Dimensions: 38mm diameter and 9mm thick, the central hole is 7mm diameter and it weighs 13.79g
Created on: Friday 5th January 2024
Last updated: Friday 5th January 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Carnforth', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: OXON-548A0E
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Northamptonshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A  lead alloy weight of unknown date, circa Roman to Post-Medieval, circa AD 43 - 1800, but likely Medieval to Post Medieval.  The weight is circular in plan and domed in cross section with a convex top, flat base and tapered sides. The outer surfaces are smooth. There is a hole in the centre of the base and protruding at the apex which is 7.9mm diameter.  The weight has a cream coloured patina. The weight is 25.9mm in diameter, 8.4mm thick and weighs 30.17 grams. Spindle whorls, as an artefact type, can be hard to date accurately as they…
Created on: Wednesday 3rd January 2024
Last updated: Wednesday 3rd January 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Abthorpe', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: OXON-B01601
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Northamptonshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Possible Medieval (12th to 15th centuries) miscast spindle whorl: A cast lead or lead alloy possible spindle whorl which is sub-circular in plan and in profile is a truncated conical. At the apex there is a circular indentation which should have been a perforation through the whorl. On the outer face there is decoration in the form of high-relief triangles forming a sun burst design. There is also a large irregular indentation on one side which may have been an air bubble in the casting process. Along the lower edge there is a integral perforation which may have been casting anoma…
Created on: Tuesday 26th December 2023
Last updated: Saturday 30th December 2023
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Record ID: PUBLIC-413A26
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead spindle whorl or loom weight of unknown date. Flattened hemispherical, with a flat circular base and curved sides. A central 'perfectly round' vertical piercing of 8.1mm diameter. The surface is very smooth with no decoration and displays a grey / buff colour. Diameter 26.1mm, height 8.9mm, weight 35g. Similar examples on this database at: LANCUM-202904, OXON-025EC2 and NMGW-47AD02.
Created on: Thursday 21st December 2023
Last updated: Thursday 21st December 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Ash', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WMID-1BDADE
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lead or lead alloy convex spindle whorl, of Roman to Post Medieval dating (AD 43 - AD 1650). The spindle whorl is sub circular in shape, and domed in cross section. The central hole is sub circular in shape and has been cast slightly off central. The internal diameter of the hole measures 8.2 mm wide. Both upper and lower faces bear no trace of decoration. The whorl has a diameter of 33.1 mm and is12.3 mm thick. It weighs 52.9 g (1.87 oz). The whorl is of a light to mid grey colour, with an even surface patina. Abrasion, caused by mov…
Created on: Tuesday 19th December 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 20th December 2023
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Record ID: ESS-1BBEBC
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Cambridgeshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete stone spindle whorl of unknown date. Description: The object remains as just under half of the original object which would have been circular in plan and D-shaped in cross-section with an internal circular apparture measuring 16mm in diameter. The outside edge has an incised circumferential ring. The stone is pale grey. Measurements: length: 68.5mm; width: 45.5mm; thickness: 13.3mm; weight: 31.96g
Created on: Tuesday 19th December 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 9th January 2024
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Record ID: WMID-1BAE0B
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead or lead alloy flat spindle whorl, of Roman to Post Medieval dating (AD 43 - AD 1650). The spindle whorl is sub-circular in shape, and rectangular in cross section. Both upper and lower surfaces are flat. There is a hole of internal diameter 9.6 mm which is cast off-centre. The surface appears undecorated but this may be due to abrasion in the soil. The whorl has a diameter of 30.6 mm and is 7.0 mm thick. It weighs 40.6 g (1.43 oz). The whorl is light grey in colour, and has an even surface patina. Abrasion, caused by movem…
Created on: Tuesday 19th December 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 20th December 2023
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Record ID: WMID-1B9A4F
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Shropshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead or lead alloy flat spindle whorl, of Roman to Post Medieval dating (AD 43 - AD 1650). The spindle whorl is sub-circular in shape, and rectangular in cross section. Both upper and lower surfaces are flat. There is a hole of internal diameter 8.1 mm which is cast off-centre. The surface appears undecorated but this may be due to abrasion in the soil. The whorl has a diameter of 22.1 mm and is 12.1 mm thick. It weighs 32.9 g (1.16 oz). The whorl is light grey in colour, and has an even surface patina. Abrasion, caused by movement whils…
Created on: Tuesday 19th December 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 20th December 2023
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: WMID-1B820E
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead or lead alloy flat spindle whorl, of Roman to Post Medieval dating (AD 43 - AD 1650). The spindle whorl is sub-circular in shape, and rectangular in cross section. Both upper and lower surfaces are flat. There is a hole of internal diameter 9.3 mm which is cast off-centre. The surface appears undecorated but this may be due to abrasion in the soil. The whorl has a diameter of 28.4 mm and is 10.1 mm thick. It weighs 44.0 g (1.55 oz). The whorl is light grey in colour, and has an even surface patina. Abrasion, caused by movement …
Created on: Tuesday 19th December 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 20th December 2023
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Record ID: WMID-1B5957
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lead or lead alloy convex spindle whorl, of Roman to Post Medieval dating (AD 43 - AD 1650). The spindle whorl is sub circular in shape, and domed in cross section. The central hole is sub circular in shape and has been cast slightly off central. The internal diameter of the hole measures 7.6 mm wide. Both upper and lower faces bear no trace of decoration. The whorl has a diameter of 22.7 mm and is 6.0 mm thick. It weighs 12.3 g (0.43 oz). The whorl is of a light to mid grey colour, with an even surface patina. Abr…
Created on: Tuesday 19th December 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 20th December 2023
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: WMID-1B4851
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lead or lead alloy convex spindle whorl, of Roman to Post Medieval dating (AD 43 - AD 1650). The spindle whorl is sub circular in shape, and domed in cross section. The central hole is sub circular in shape and has been cast slightly off central. The internal diameter of the hole measures 7.7 mm wide. Both upper and lower faces bear no trace of decoration. The whorl has a diameter of 20.1 mm and is 9.4 mm thick. It weighs 18.4 g (0.65 oz). The whorl is of a light to mid grey colour, with an even surface patina. Abrasion, caused b…
Created on: Tuesday 19th December 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 20th December 2023
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: WMID-1B2C78
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
An incomplete lead or lead alloy convex spindle whorl, of Roman to Post Medieval dating (AD 43 - AD 1650). The spindle whorl is sub circular in shape, and domed in cross section. The central hole is sub circular in shape and has been cast slightly off central. The internal diameter of the hole measures 8.5 mm wide. Both upper and lower faces bear no trace of decoration. The whorl has a diameter of 22.8 mm and is 5.3 mm thick. It weighs 11.8 g (0.42 oz). The whorl is of a light to mid grey colour, with an even surface patina. Abrasion, cau…
Created on: Tuesday 19th December 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 20th December 2023
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Record ID: NMS-0514C9
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Norfolk
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Complete early-medieval or medieval lead spindle whorl. It is sub-cylindrical, and undecorated. 10th-14th century. Diameter 20.3mm, thickness 11.1mm. Diameter of perforation (top) 9.3mm, (bottom) 13.2mm. Weight 22.6g.
Created on: Monday 18th December 2023
Last updated: Thursday 25th January 2024
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Record ID: NMS-04B739
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Norfolk
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Incomplete early-medieval or medieval lead spindle whorl. It is undecorated and appears to have been originally sub-conical, although the top has broken off. It is flattened on the base. Lead spindle whorls seem to have been in use from the 10th to 14th centuries. Diameter 22.7mm, thickness 21.2mm. Diameter of perforation (extant top) 7.1mm, (bottom) 6.5mm. Weight 36.5g  
Created on: Monday 18th December 2023
Last updated: Thursday 25th January 2024
Spatial data recorded.

Record ID: PUBLIC-D6AD8C
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Kent
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead spindle whorl of unknown date. A circular flat base with slightly curved sides and a roughly cast apex and a central piercing of 9.9mm diameter. There is no decoration on the surface, that is liberally covered in dents and gouges and displays a light grey colour. Diameter 28.4mm, height 9.3mm and weight 41.5g. Similar examples on this database at: LVPL-C002F3, WAW-98F587 and WAW-B997B2.
Created on: Saturday 16th December 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 20th December 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Near Sandwich', grid reference and parish protected.

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Record ID: NMS-C8C496
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Norfolk
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Late Saxon to post-medieval plano-convex lead spindle whorl in very battered and abraded condition with parts of the lower edge and the edge of the upper end of the hole missing. Weight 42.97g. Diameter c.30mm, thickness 12.5mm, hole diameter c.9 - 12mm. 11th - 16th century.
Created on: Friday 15th December 2023
Last updated: Friday 15th December 2023
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Record ID: DEV-9CC758
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Devon
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead weight or spindle whorl dating to the medieval to post medieval period (c. AD 1200-1700). The object is discoidle, with two flat faces and a curved edge. In the centre is a circular perforation measuring 8.4mm in diameter. The object is undecorated and has a powdery white patina. Measurements: Diameter 18.8mm; thickness 9.3mm; weight 16.7g
Created on: Wednesday 13th December 2023
Last updated: Monday 22nd January 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Broadwoodwidger', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LVPL-875164
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire East
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead / lead alloy spindle whorl probably dating to the medieval period (c.AD 1200-1500). The object is biconical in shape with steeped sides rounded edge with a central perforation measuring 10.1mm in diameter. Both faces are decorated; one face presents a raised design of lines radiating from the centre and between each line is a pellet. On the other face is raised design that consists of a concentric circle in the middle of the body that is crossed by a large series of traverse lines radiating from the perforationin the centre and pellets are irregularly positioned around…
Created on: Tuesday 12th December 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 19th December 2023
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Record ID: LVPL-87350A
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Cheshire East
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead / lead alloy spindle whorl probably dating to the medieval period (c.AD 1200-1500). The object is biconical in shape with steeped sides rounded edge with a large central perforation measuring 8.7mm in diameter. Both faces are decorated with the same raised decoration that consists of a prominently raised circle around the perforation that is decorated with shallowly riased traverse lines. Sprouting from the central circle are eight trefoils positioned at an equal distance apart. The rim of the object is raised and shallow lines radiate from the rim inwards towards the …
Created on: Tuesday 12th December 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 19th December 2023
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Record ID: WMID-864FB5
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead bi-convex decorated spindle whorl of Medieval to early post-Medieval date (AD 1100-1500). It is of Walton Rogers form C2.  The spindle whorl is circular in shape, and lentoid in cross section. The central hole is circular and has an internal diameter of 10.2mm. The upper and lower faces are decorated with irregular ribs in light relief, creating various sized segements. Within some of the segements are small moulded pellets.   The whorl is a cream colour, with a mottled surface patina.  Measurements: diameter 26.…
Created on: Tuesday 12th December 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 12th December 2023
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Record ID: LVPL-83E20A
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Warrington
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead / lead alloy spindle whorl probably dating to the medieval period (c.AD 1200-1500). The object is circular in form with a circular perforation in the centre measuring 8.9mm. It has a flat base and raised design to the face. The raised decoration amounts to at least half of the width of the object and presents as four lines surrounding the perforation in a square; the four lines cross each other at the corners. An additional traverse line cuts through the centre of each of the main lines. The base is undecorated and the object has a light cream patina. Dimensions: Diam…
Created on: Tuesday 12th December 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 19th December 2023
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Record ID: LVPL-83C494
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Warrington
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead / lead alloy spindle whorl probably dating to the medieval period (c.AD 1200-1500). The object is biconical in shape with steeped sides rounded edge with a large central perforation measuring 9.3mm in diameter. Both faces are decorated with the same raised designed of eight equally spaced traverse lines with a single pellet between each pair of lines. The object has a dark cream patina. Dimensions: Diameter 26.3mm; width 6.7mm; weight 20.89g Decorated lead-alloy spindle whorls or weights can be difficult to date as they are not commonly discovered in dateable co…
Created on: Tuesday 12th December 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 19th December 2023
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Record ID: SWYOR-70F9EA
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Derbyshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead spindle whorl dating from the Medieval or early Post Medieval period, about AD 1450 - 1550. It is of Walton Rogers form C2, unevenly bi-convex with a broad median ridge and a central, sub-circular perforation of internal diameter 7.1mm. There is a small, rectangular depression in the interior wall of the perforation. Both sides are decorated with a pattern of radial raised lines creating panels, each of which contains two circular pellets. The whorl has a light grey patina. It is  26.2mm in diameter and 14.3mm thick. It weighs 38.05g.…
Created on: Monday 11th December 2023
Last updated: Sunday 21st January 2024
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Record ID: YORYM-70F97E
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead-alloy spindle whorl of medieval to Post-Medieval date, c.AD 1100 - 1600. Walton Rogers Form C. The spindle whorl is bi-conical with a central perforation running through it. It is undecorated. The metal has a light white patina and is in fair condition. The spindle whorl is 28.2mm in diameter, 10.9mm thick and weighs 46.2g. The perforation is 9.7mm in diameter suggesting a medieval date as per the thicker spindles of this period (Walton Rogers, 1997, p.1731). It also fits into Walton Rogers Form C which dates to AD 1100-1600 (Walton Roger…
Created on: Monday 11th December 2023
Last updated: Thursday 18th January 2024
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Record ID: LIN-F387F6
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A cast lead medieval spindle whorl dating to c.AD 1100-1500 Biconical with a thickened outer circumferiential band. There are traces of radiating ribs and pellets. motif on both sides. Pale cream patina with patches of greyish-cream. Very worn. Diameter: 26.37 mm; Thickness: 11.15 mm; Weight: 28.80g
Created on: Tuesday 5th December 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 23rd January 2024
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Greetham with Somersby', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: NLM-F1B9AE
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead spindle whorl. Lead cast biconical spindle whorl, decorated on both sides, mechanical damage, very fat rim. Source record suggests a medieval date; this reporter [MF] would favour a later date. Suggested date: Post-Medieval, 1500-1600 Diameter: 28.9mm, Thickness: 12.4mm, Weight: 41.93gms
Created on: Tuesday 5th December 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 5th December 2023
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Record ID: DUR-F0E178
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: Northumberland
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast lead spindle whorl of Early Medieval date (c.AD410-1200). The spindle whorl is oval in shape and of plano-convex section. Dimensions: 20.8mm x 17.7mm, 9.0mm thick, weight: 14.0g.  The central hole is 7.4mm wide on the flat side and 6.0mm wide at the convex surface. The surface is a light cream-buff colour .  It is smooth but with large pits and dents in the convex surface which do not appear to form any decorative pattern.  The reverse, flat surfaces has shallower indentations and a large scrape mark of recent origin,  This type…
Created on: Tuesday 5th December 2023
Last updated: Monday 8th April 2024
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Record ID: SUR-EFECA5
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Surrey
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A plano convex cast lead alloy spindle whorl of medieval or later date, 24.6mm in diameter. The central hole for the distaff is 7.4mm in diameter. The sides are smoothly rounded with an area of damage to one side; there is no decoration or other marks.
Created on: Tuesday 5th December 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 17th April 2024
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Record ID: YORYM-DF96D8
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: East Riding of Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead spindle whorl of Early-Medieval to medieval date, c.AD 700 - 1200. Walton Rogers Form B. The spindle whorl is circular with two flat faces, rounded sides and a central perforation running through it. The object is undecorated. The metal has a light brown patina and is worn. The spindle whorl is 23.1mm in diameter, 5.6mm thick and weighs 16.3g. The perforation is 6.5mm in diameter suggesting an Early-Medieval to medieval date (Walton Rogers, 1997, p.1731). It also fits into Walton Rogers Form B2 which dates to AD 700-1200 (Walton Rogers, 1997, …
Created on: Monday 4th December 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 12th December 2023
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Record ID: YORYM-DF8E76
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead spindle whorl of Early-Medieval to medieval date, c.AD 700 - 1200. Walton Rogers Form B. The spindle whorl is circular with two flat faces, rounded sides and a central perforation running through it. The object is undecorated. The metal has a light brown patina and is worn. The spindle whorl is 22.2mm in diameter, 5.2mm thick and weighs 11.6g. The perforation is 8.8mm in diameter suggesting an Early-Medieval to medieval date (Walton Rogers, 1997, p.1731). It also fits into Walton Rogers Form B2 which dates to AD 700-1200 (Walton Rogers, 1997, …
Created on: Monday 4th December 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 12th December 2023
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Record ID: YORYM-DF7394
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: EARLY MEDIEVAL
County: North Yorkshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead spindle whorl of possible Early-Medieval to medieval date, c.AD 800 - 1100. Walton Rogers Form A1. The spindle whorl is plano-convex with a central perforation running through it. The object as irregular edges and a recessed base. The metal has a light white/grey patina and is worn. The spindle whorl is 26.7mm in diameter, 10.5mm thick and weighs 25.8g. The perforation is 8.4mm in diameter suggesting a late Early-Medieval to medieval date as per the spindles of this period (Walton Rogers, 1997, p.1731). It also fits into Walton Rogers Form A1, which dat…
Created on: Monday 4th December 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 12th December 2023
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Record ID: NLM-DE5DE2
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: POST MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Lead spindle whorl. Biconical cast lead spindle whorl, radial lines and dots on both sides. Source record suggests Medieval, this reporter [MF] would favour a later date. The mass may suggest a primary function plying cord. Suggested date: Post-Medieval, 1500-1600 Diameter: 33.7mm, Thickness: 13.9mm, Weight: 57.30gms
Created on: Monday 4th December 2023
Last updated: Monday 4th December 2023
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Record ID: LIN-9CC931
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A Roman or medieval lead spindle whorl. The whorl is circular in plan and slightly plano-convex in section. A central hole of 9mm passes through the centre. The surface is pitted and undecorated.
Created on: Friday 1st December 2023
Last updated: Friday 1st December 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'near Welbourn', grid reference and parish protected.

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Record ID: NMS-6FEE23
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Norfolk
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Early-medieval to medieval undecorated lead spindle whorl. It is crudely made and irregular in shape. It is flat on the underside and convex on top. The central hole is broadly circular and does not vary much in diameter. Lead spindle whorls seem to have been in use from the 10th to 14th centuries. Diameter 26.5mm. Thickness: 6.2mm-3.1mm. Diameter of perforation 10.8mm. Weight: 22.9g.
Created on: Wednesday 29th November 2023
Last updated: Friday 12th January 2024
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Record ID: NMS-6FE096
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Norfolk
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
Early-medieval to medieval undecorated lead spindle whorl. It is disc-like, flat on the underside and broadly convex on top. The central perforation is roughly circular and constant in diameter. Lead spindle whorls seem to have been in use from the 10th to 14th centuries. Diameter 23mm. Diameter of perforation 6.4mm. Thickness: 8mm. Weight: 13.8g
Created on: Wednesday 29th November 2023
Last updated: Friday 12th January 2024
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Record ID: LIN-5C89CC
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A medieval lead spindle whorl. The whorl is biconical and has a central circular hole of 8mm diameter. Both sides are decorated with four moulded lines dividing each facing into quarters. In each quarter are three moulded pellets. The design possibly imitates the long cross and pellets seen on many silver coinage issues of the 13th and 14th centuries.
Created on: Tuesday 28th November 2023
Last updated: Thursday 30th November 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Caistor area', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WMID-5C0E3E
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead spindle whorl of Medieval date (AD 850-1200). The spindle whorl is discoid in shape and sub-circular in plan. It fits into the Walton Rogers classification form B. The central hole is circular in shape with an internal diameter of 6.5mm. No decoration is present on both surfaces. The whorl is a white/cream colour, with a mottled surface patina. Abrasion, caused by movement whilst within the plough soil, has resulted in a loss of some of the original surface detail. Measurements: diameter 16.9mm, thickness 8.3mm, weight 12.…
Created on: Tuesday 28th November 2023
Last updated: Tuesday 28th November 2023
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Record ID: LIN-5B6C78
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A medieval lead spindle whorl. The whorl has a very shallow plano-convex section and a central hole measuring 9mm diameter. The upper surface is decorated with repeated  punched circles. The lower surface is decorated with a circular groove within which is a band of vertically incised lines. This band forms approximately two thirds of the circle. 
Created on: Tuesday 28th November 2023
Last updated: Wednesday 29th November 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Caistor area', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: LIN-5B599A
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Lincolnshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A medieval lead spindle whorl. The whorl is biconical and has a large central hole measuring 8mm diameter. Both sides of the whorl are decorated with a moulded five pointed star. One side has a moulded pellet in each angle, while the other has two pellets in most angles.
Created on: Tuesday 28th November 2023
Last updated: Thursday 30th November 2023
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Caistor area', grid reference and parish protected.

Record ID: WMID-4B0E30
Object type: SPINDLE WHORL
Broad period: UNKNOWN
County: Staffordshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete lead plano-convex spindle whorl of Roman to Post-Medieval date (AD 43-1650). The spindle whorl is rcircular in plan and D-shaped in cross section. The whorl has a central perforation, that has an internal diameter of 9.4mm. The upper face is domed and the lower face is flat. No decoration is present on either side of the whorl. The whorl is cream in colour, with a pitted surface patina. Abrasion, caused by movement whilst within the plough soil, has resulted in a loss of some of the original surface detail. Measurements: diameter 25.6mm,…
Created on: Monday 27th November 2023
Last updated: Monday 27th November 2023
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