Weight

Spherical weight with flat poles. The core is made of iron, covered with a bronze shell. At the polls there are two weight markings in the form of punched ring and dot circles. It was found in a demolition layer above the hearth in a house which can be dated to the 11th century. Settlement find, Norrtil, Sankt Olof Parish, Uppland. Loan from Sigtuna Museum.

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