Ancient Egyptian spindle whorl from Amarna dated 1550 – 1295 BC

Circular domed disc, with a hole through the centre. Chip to part of the edge. Surface is white and soft, with beige patches.

Ancient Egyptian spindle whorl from Amarna dated 1550 – 1295 BC

Object details

  • Reference: BOLMG:1925.46.30.a
  • Material: limestone
  • Culture: Dynasty 18
  • Period: New Kingdom
  • Dated: 1550 - 1295 BC
  • Object name: spindle whorl
  • Dimensions: Length: 67mm , Width: 66mm , Depth: 25mm
  • Site: Amarna
  • Latitude: 27.645197
  • Longitude: 30.896483