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Pondera RO005 conical truncated spindle whorl

Catalogue number Pondera RO005 Inventory number IG11961 Holding institution Adria, Museo Archeologico Nazionale Description A fine clay spindle whorl, pinkish beige in colour; a truncated conical body, shaped on a lathe. Part of grave goods in TOMB 51.
Context
Site Adria Context Adria, Ca' Cima, (via Ameola) Excavation year 1970
Details
Type spindle whorl Spindle whorl shape conical truncated Hole diameter 11 mm Weight 15 g Material clay Material notes fine Use wear On the body Preservation state complete
Remarks
In association with material from the 2nd century BC: Romanization? - The minimum diameter measurement corresponds to the diameter of the upper base. Examined first-hand. Unpublished.
Recorded by A. Tricomi Year of study 2011