Find Spot record 6979 - Prehistoric spindle whorl from White Friars
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Summary
Stone spindle whorl found in White Friars in 1884. A spindle whorl is a term used for the weight attached to a spindle used for handspinning.
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Full Description
Stone spindle whorl found in White Friars in 1884 (1). Polished stone disc, 4.3-4cm diameter, with straight sided perforation (2).
<1> Shone W, 1911, Prehistoric Man in Cheshire, p53 (Book). SCH2710.
<2> Longley D, 1977-1978, Longley Archive, /no.330 (Paper Archive). SCH2005.
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Location
| Grid reference | SJ 404 660 (point) 8 Figure Ref |
|---|---|
| Map sheet | SJ46NW |
| Civil Parish | CHESTER NON PARISH AREA, CHESTER, CHESHIRE WEST AND CHESTER |
| Historic Township/Parish/County | CHESTER, CHESTER HOLY TRINITY, CHESHIRE |
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Record last edited
Mar 9 2023 12:48PM