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Antique English Folding Brass Linen Thread Counter C.1920
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Antique English Folding Brass Linen Thread Counter C.1920

1900 - 1920
Sold by Puckerings
Sold 9 September 2025 · Puckerings
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Description

Dating to the early twentieth century, c.1900/1920, this is an antique cast brass linen thread counter, of course usable to magnify whatever you wish.

Heavy solid cast brass with a good undamaged magnifying glass, professionally cleaned and polished, restoring it to it's former glory.

Rather more special, this example is marked "British Made" and "Inch"; most are unmarked.

While folded, it measures 2" x 1 1/2" x 1/2".

Item: 44419

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Date of Manufacture

Puckerings has dated this Brass Linen Proofer to the 1920s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
1.3cm (0.51")
Width
5.1cm (2.01")
Depth
3.8cm (1.50")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1062655
Dealers Internal Reference
44419
Description
Dating to the early twentieth century, c.
“
1900/1920, this is an antique cast brass linen thread counter, of course usable to magnify whatever you wish.
Puckerings

Heavy solid cast brass with a good undamaged magnifying glass, professionally cleaned and polished, restoring it to it's former glory.

Rather more special, this example is marked "British Made" and "Inch"; most are unmarked.

While folded, it measures 2" x 1 1/2" x 1/2".

Item: 44419

FREE Worldwide Registered Airmail Directly From the UK

Date of Manufacture

Puckerings has dated this Brass Linen Proofer to the 1920s.

Height
1.3cm (0.51")
Width
5.1cm (2.01")
Depth
3.8cm (1.50")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1062655
Dealers Internal Ref
44419
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Archive I A close-up studio shot of a vintage folding brass linen proofer positioned on a neutral grey surface. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Antique English Folding Brass Linen Thread Counter C.1920

Archive II A close-up studio shot of a vintage folding brass linen proofer positioned on a neutral grey surface. View II
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Archive IX A close-up studio shot of a vintage folding brass linen proofer positioned on a neutral grey surface. View IX
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A close-up studio shot of a vintage folding brass linen proofer positioned on a neutral grey surface.
Antique English Folding Brass Linen Thread Counter c.1920
Ref: SA1062655
A close-up studio shot of a vintage folding brass linen proofer positioned on a neutral grey surface.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectMagnifying Glasses
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleIndustrial
  • MaterialBrass, Glass
  • ColourGold
  • MotifsHinged folding frame, Circular glass lens, Engraved text detailing
  • SizeH 1.3 cm (1 in) x W 5.1 cm (2 in) x D 3.8 cm (1 in)

FAQs

A linen proofer, also known as a thread counter, is a folding magnifying device historically used in the textile industry to inspect the weave density and thread count of fabrics per square inch.

These pieces were typically cast in solid brass with hinged folding frames designed to collapse flat, featuring precision-ground glass lenses fitted into the aperture.

Authentic pieces from this era often feature traditional makers stamps, patinated cast brass construction with hand-finished joints, and optical glass lenses rather than modern plastics.

This object works well as a sculptural desk accessory or curiosity, placed on top of stacked books, within a home office, or displayed on a mantlepiece.

Maintain the surface by dusting with a dry microfibre cloth and avoid harsh chemical polishes to preserve the natural historical patina and finish of the brass.
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