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Catalog Number

CAS 0227-0973   CAS 0227-0973; Weaving implement (spindle whorl)
Category Textiles; Tools & Implements
Object Name Weaving implement (spindle whorl)
Culture Maya
Global Region Mexico & Central America
Country Guatemala
State/Prov./Dist. Huehuetenango
County
Other Geographic Data Site: unknown (Chalchitan or Pichikil [Pichiquil])
Maker's Name Unknown
Date of Manufacture
Collection Name Elgueta Collection (Mayan)
Materials Clay
Description Slightly conical clay spindle whorl with bas relief design on top depicting a 5-pointed star or flower (?) carved with triple lines; Red-orange with fire damage on bottom.
Dimensions (cm) Thickness = 1.6, Max Diam = 2.6