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An Edwardian Boxed Chester Silver Thimble
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An Edwardian Boxed Chester Silver Thimble

1900 - 1920
Sold 1 July 2026 · Jeff Sims Antiques
This “Edwardian Boxed Chester Silver Thimble” found a buyer.

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A delightful size 14 silver thimble, assayed at the sought after Chester Office. The pretty example is presented here in it's original box and bears a touching hand written seasonal inscription to the bottom of the box. 'From Mum and Dad Xmas 1909, with Best Wishes'. A lovely gift idea and usable antique item. Dimensions below.

Postage and packing £10.00 UK

£18.00 Europe

£24.00 Outside Europe

Condition :- Excellent, with no dents or splits. The box is in good condition.

Hallmarks :- Readable

Date :- Chester 1906.

Maker :- Henry Griffiths & Sons.

Diameter :- 1.5 cms.

Height :- 2 cms.

Date of Manufacture

Jeff Sims Antiques has dated this Silver Sewing Thimble to the Edwardian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
2cm (0.79")
Width
2cm (0.79")
Depth
2cm (0.79")
Reference Numbers
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SA1133446
Dealers Internal Reference
13505
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Description
A delightful size 14 silver thimble, assayed at the sought after Chester Office.
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The pretty example is presented here in it's original box and bears a touching hand written seasonal inscription to the bottom of the box.
Jeff Sims Antiques

'From Mum and Dad Xmas 1909, with Best Wishes'. A lovely gift idea and usable antique item. Dimensions below.

fig 1. An antique sterling silver thimble rests inside a small red presentation box with a hinged lid.
fig 1. An Edwardian Boxed Chester Silver Thimble

Postage and packing £10.00 UK

£18.00 Europe

£24.00 Outside Europe

Condition :- Excellent, with no dents or splits. The box is in good condition.

Hallmarks :- Readable

Date :- Chester 1906.

Maker :- Henry Griffiths & Sons.

Diameter :- 1.5 cms.

Height :- 2 cms.

Date of Manufacture

Jeff Sims Antiques has dated this Silver Sewing Thimble to the Edwardian era.

Height
2cm (0.79")
Width
2cm (0.79")
Depth
2cm (0.79")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1133446
Dealers Internal Ref
13505
Jeff Sims Antiques
Jeff Sims Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2010

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Archive I An antique sterling silver thimble rests inside a small red presentation box with a hinged lid. SOLD1 JUL 26

An Edwardian Boxed Chester Silver Thimble

Archive II An antique sterling silver thimble rests inside a small red presentation box with a hinged lid. View II
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Archive IV An antique sterling silver thimble rests inside a small red presentation box with a hinged lid. View IV
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Archive VI An antique sterling silver thimble rests inside a small red presentation box with a hinged lid. View VI
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Jeff Sims Antiques

Jeff Sims Antiques
Telephone 07711 373 683
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Verified Since Jan 2010
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An antique sterling silver thimble rests inside a small red presentation box with a hinged lid.
An Edwardian boxed Chester silver thimble
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An antique sterling silver thimble rests inside a small red presentation box with a hinged lid.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectSewing Tools
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialSterling Silver, Cardboard, Velvet
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsIndented dimples, Embossed floral frieze, Faceted top
  • SizeH 2 cm (1 in) x W 2 cm (1 in) x D 2 cm (1 in)

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The Edwardian period, spanning from 1901 to 1910, is characterised by lighter, more delicate designs often influenced by eighteenth-century motifs, moving away from heavy Victorian aesthetics.

Antique thimbles were commonly manufactured from sterling silver, gold, brass, or steel, utilizing techniques such as stamping, hand-engraving, and indented dimpling to secure sewing needles.

Authentic pieces typically feature a series of stamped assay office marks, makers marks, and standard marks, such as the lion passant for sterling silver and the three sheaves for Chester.

Small antique items can be displayed inside glass cabinets, on small mantelpieces, or curated on desktop trays alongside modern books and stationery.

Antique silver should be cleaned sparingly using a specialized non-abrasive silver cloth to preserve the patina, avoiding harsh liquid dips that can damage delicate engraved details.
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