Questions about the product Bone shuttle with braided pattern
What is this handmade weaving shuttle with a braided pattern made of, and for which historical period was this tool indispensable?
This handmade shuttle is made from animal bone. It was an indispensable tool for textile production as early as the Early and High Middle Ages.
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The handmade bone shuttle measures approximately 13 x 1.5 cm and weighs about 15 g. As it is a natural product, weight and size may vary slightly.
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This handcrafted shuttle, made of polished bone, is decorated with a woven pattern. Its historical appearance and traditional craftsmanship make it particularly well-suited for activities such as reenactment, LARP, or weaving in a medieval context.
Why is the shuttle made from cattle bone considered a genuine natural product, and to what extent can individual pieces differ in color or grain from the illustration?