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Spindle Whorl

700s - 900s

Iran, early Islamic period

Medium
bone, incised
Measurements
Overall: 0.5 x 2.7 x 2.7 cm (3/16 x 1 1/16 x 1 1/16 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Edward Gans 1961.370
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Not on view
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A warm brown bone spindle whorl, a circular disc used for spinning, features a central hole encircled by seven carved ring-and-dot patterns. A double-lined border follows the outer edge, embellished with clusters of short, diagonal lines. The smooth, slightly worn surface reveals a visible grain and subtle tonal variations. Fine scratches and hand-carved details appear across the face of this muted brown object.

Spindle Whorl

700s - 900s

Iran, early Islamic period

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