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Spindle whorl: E.25.1891

Object information

Current Location: In storage

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Description

Spindle whorl, with annular ornament

Measurements and weight

Diameter: 0.023 m

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1891) by Chester, Greville John, Revd

Materials used in production

Wood

Identification numbers

Accession number: E.25.1891
Primary reference Number: 49229
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Audit data

Created: Saturday 6 August 2011 Updated: Wednesday 21 October 2020 Last processed: Wednesday 13 December 2023

Associated departments & institutions

Owner or interested party: The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department: Antiquities

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