Bead/Spindle Whorl

Bead/Spindle Whorl

Two stone spindle whorls: shape is hybrid of disc and biconic; stone is pale green with layers of purple/magenta and fairly soft (possibly soapstone); holes are uniform and cylindrical indicating modern drilling technology.
  • Object: Bead/Spindle Whorl
  • Artist: -
  • Circa: -
  • Dimensions: Heights: 2/3" - 3/4" diams: 1" - 1 1/4"
  • Culture Area: Mesoamerica
  • Cultural Group: West Mexico
  • Cultural Context: -
  • Donor: Douglas and Mary Hallock
  • Catalog #: 95.122