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A flattened biconical lead spindle whorl. Decoration is a seven pointed star with triangles coming toward the centre from edge into gaps, no obvious decoration on reverse.
History note: Bought as a part of a group for £150
Method of acquisition: Bought (2008-11-24) by Taylor, Geoffrey
500 - 1699
Object
composed of
lead
Weight 58.34 g
Diameter Of Hole
Diameter 10 mm
Whole Object
Height 12 mm
Width 30 mm
Accession number: CM.1913-2008
Primary reference Number: 183983
Stable URI
Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Coins and Medals
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