Spindle whorle

Round lead spindle whorl. Around the central hole (for the spindle rod) there is a flange. The whorl was probably used for spinning thin threads. It was found in the demolition layer in a pit-house dating from the 10th century. Settlement find, Norrtil, Sankt Olof Parish, Uppland. Loan from Sigtuna Museum.

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