Saltfleetby spindle-whorl
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title:
Saltfleetby spindle-whorl
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The Saltfleetby spindle-whorl is a lead spindle-whorl uncovered in Lincolnshire in England of an Anglo-Scandinavian style typical of the 10th century. It is notable for its Younger Fuþark inscription that has been interpreted as invoking help from beings including the gods Óðinn and Heimdallr. The language and rune forms used have been dated to the 11th to 12th centuries, after the Christianisation of England. The implications of the find are debated, with it being noted that while appealing to
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Runic spindle-whorl
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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Saltfleetby_spindle-whorl
date created:
2024-08-22T20:21:48Z
date modified:
2024-09-02T22:56:51Z
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