Find Spot record 2045 - Spindle Whorl

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Summary

Spindle whorl of very fine sedimentary rock. One surface is very smooth with a few incised lines (?scratches), the other surface is slightly rougher. 55 mm in diam. Hour glass perforation. The object is broken and about a third is missing.

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Full Description

Spindle whorl of very fine sedimentary rock. One surface is very smooth with a few incised lines (?scratches), the other surface is slightly rougher. 55 mm in diam. Hour glass perforation. The object is broken and about a third is missing. (1).


<1> County Historic Environment Record, 1973-1985, Cheshire Archaeological Bulletin, 9/98 1983 (Journal/Periodical). SCH565.

Sources/Archives (1)

  • <1> Journal/Periodical: County Historic Environment Record. 1973-1985. Cheshire Archaeological Bulletin. 1-10. 9/98 1983.

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Location

Grid reference SJ 48 47 (point) Approximate Position
Map sheet SJ44NE
Civil Parish MALPAS, CHESTER, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER
Historic Township/Parish/County MALPAS, MALPAS, CHESHIRE

Protected Status/Designation

  • None recorded

Record last edited

Feb 27 2025 10:10AM