Spindle whorl of a papal bulla

Photo: Durham County Council CC By SA2.0
Object type: Spindle whorl
Period: Medieval
Primary material: Lead
Date found: 06/09/2023
Location: Wilton, Redcar and Cleveland

Description

Cast lead papal bulla of Pope Innocent VI repurposed as a spindle whorl. It is considered to be a Find of Note of National Importance.