Victorian Sterling Silver Thimble
£26.00
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A charming late Victorian sterling silver thimble, believed to date to around 1886 and bearing Birmingham hallmarks.
This lovely little antique features a beautifully engraved band of floral and foliate decoration, with the traditional dimpled surface above, designed to help guide a sewing needle through fabric.
The thimble bears a Birmingham hallmark, although the date letter is quite worn. It appears to indicate 1886, while the maker’s mark resembles that of James Fenton, a Birmingham silversmith. Both attributions are tentative owing to the wear on the marks.
The number 12 is also stamped on the thimble, indicating its size.
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This little piece has clearly seen plenty of use throughout its long life, with signs of wear that add to its character and remind us that it was once an everyday working accessory.
Silver thimbles were popular throughout the Victorian period, when sewing and needlework were important domestic skills. Many were beautifully decorated, making them both useful accessories and attractive personal possessions.
Details
- Period: Late Victorian, believed circa 1886
- Maker: Possibly James Fenton
- Origin: Birmingham, England
- Metal: Sterling silver
- Decoration: Engraved floral and foliate design
- Hallmarks: Birmingham, with worn date and maker’s marks
- Size marking: 12
- Condition: Good antique condition, with visible signs of age and use consistent with its considerable history
A delightful little survivor from Victorian England, perfect for collectors of antique silver, sewing accessories and traditional needlework items.
A lovely piece of Victorian history, ready to be treasured and admired.
Please be aware that we use a macro close lens for our photographs which gives very highly detailed images but can tend to magnify even the tiniest scratch or mark that most likely will not even be seen with the naked eye !
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