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Spindle Whorl

700s - 900s

Iran, early Islamic period

Medium
bone, incised
Measurements
Overall: 0.6 x 2.4 x 2.4 cm (1/4 x 15/16 x 15/16 in.)
Credit Line
Gift of Edward Gans 1963.665
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Location
Not on view
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An incised bone spindle whorl forms a flat circular disc with a round hole at its center. The muted cream material transitions into blotchy patches of tan and brown, the surface heavily textured with pits and fine indentations. An irregular silhouette curves around the outer edge. From the central opening, a thin crack streaks down toward the bottom rim.

Spindle Whorl

700s - 900s

Iran, early Islamic period

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