Early Cypriot III–Middle Cypriot II Terracotta Spindle-whirl (6x) - 3 cm (No reserve price)

This set of six terracotta spindle-whorls dates from the Early Cypriot III to Middle Cypriot II periods, approximately covering the early to mid-2nd millennium BCE. Spindle-whorls are small weights used in hand-spinning fibers into thread, reflecting textile production’s importance in ancient societies. Their terracotta composition made them inexpensive and widely produced. Variations in design and size can inform researchers about technological and cultural changes in Cypriot society. These artifacts illuminate aspects of domestic life, craft specialization, and trade, as textile goods were a significant economic component in the ancient Mediterranean world.