whorl; spindle

Description
Stone spindle whorl of bulbous form with concentric grooves around the wider end of the central hole. The opposite end is worn and may also have had grooves at one time. Found embedded into the surface of the cobbling north of the stables and just off the entrance road.
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Measurement details
Dimensions:0 - Whole:Dia 3cm (Dia 1 3/16")
Dimensions:0 - Whole:H 1.7cm (H 11/16")
Dimensions:hole:Dia 1.2cm (Dia 1/2")
Field collection reference
TC01-360
Site Type
building
tower-house
mason's mark
Accession number
2001-046-002

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