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Exceptional 19th Century French 8 Pieces Silver Sewing Set, Circa 1840
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Exceptional 19th Century French 8 Pieces Silver Sewing Set, Circa 1840

19th century
Sold 26 January 2026 · Julie Cartwright Antiques
This “Exceptional 19th Century French 8 Pieces Silver Sewing Set, Circa 1840” found a buyer.

It was listed by Julie Cartwright Antiques. Sold pieces stay on Sellingantiques as a record of what has passed through, and the next one is rarely far away.

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Description

This wonderful and extremely rare mid-19th Century French silver sewing set dates circa 1840. Presented in its original red tooled leather case, it is fitted with the original silver tools. As usual with sewing implements of this date, they are unmarked. The beautifully worked tools comprise; a thimble with amethyst stone, a basket pin cushion, a tape measure, a stiletto, a bodkin, scissors in their sheath, a folding knife and an ear wax spoon. The case itself is in beautiful original condition.

Hallmarks:

Unmarked as was nearly always the case with small silver implements but tested as silver.

Dimensions:

Scissors:

Length: 10cm / 4 inches

Case: 13cm x 9.5cm approx. / 5.2 inches x .3.4 inches.

Condition:

The silver tools are in very good condition.

The box is in very good condition, snaps shut nicely, minor scuffing on cover commensurate with age.

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO ADD POSTAGE AT CHECKOUT.

Postage UK: £9.00 Special Delivery.

Postage overseas: £20 International Signed For.

Postage USA (including US import duties): £45.00

You can pay by PayPal, bank transfer, cheque, debit or credit card.

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To pay by credit or debit card over the phone or by cheque, please contact me on 01449 760 585.

Physical Dimensions
Height
3cm (1.18")
Width
13cm (5.12")
Depth
9.5cm (3.74")
Declaration

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this Antique Silver Sewing Set to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1191859
Dealers Internal Reference
JANV82
Description
This wonderful and extremely rare mid-19th Century French silver sewing set dates circa 1840. Presented in its original red tooled leather case, it is fitted with the original silver tools. As usual with sewing implements of this date, they are unmarked.
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The beautifully worked tools comprise; a thimble with amethyst stone, a basket pin cushion, a tape measure, a stiletto, a bodkin, scissors in their sheath, a folding knife and an ear wax spoon.
Julie Cartwright Antiques

The case itself is in beautiful original condition.

fig 1. An open red velvet-lined presentation box containing eight ornate silver sewing tools including scissors, a thimble, and bodkins.
fig 1. Exceptional 19th Century French 8 Pieces Silver Sewing Set, Circa 1840

Hallmarks:

Unmarked as was nearly always the case with small silver implements but tested as silver.

Dimensions:

Scissors:

Length: 10cm / 4 inches

Case: 13cm x 9.5cm approx. / 5.2 inches x .3.4 inches.

Condition:

fig 2. An open red velvet-lined presentation box containing eight ornate silver sewing tools including scissors, a thimble, and bodkins.
fig 2. Exceptional 19th Century French 8 Pieces Silver Sewing Set, Circa 1840

The silver tools are in very good condition.

The box is in very good condition, snaps shut nicely, minor scuffing on cover commensurate with age.

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO ADD POSTAGE AT CHECKOUT.

Postage UK: £9.00 Special Delivery.

fig 3. An open red velvet-lined presentation box containing eight ornate silver sewing tools including scissors, a thimble, and bodkins.
fig 3. Exceptional 19th Century French 8 Pieces Silver Sewing Set, Circa 1840

Postage overseas: £20 International Signed For.

Postage USA (including US import duties): £45.00

You can pay by PayPal, bank transfer, cheque, debit or credit card.

To pay by PAYPAL please add P&P and click on button below.

To pay by credit or debit card over the phone or by cheque, please contact me on 01449 760 585.

Height
3cm (1.18")
Width
13cm (5.12")
Depth
9.5cm (3.74")
Date of Manufacture

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this Antique Silver Sewing Set to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1191859
Dealers Internal Ref
JANV82
Julie Cartwright Antiques
Julie Cartwright Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2009
Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Julie Cartwright Antiques Profile Page

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An open red velvet-lined presentation box containing eight ornate silver sewing tools including scissors, a thimble, and bodkins. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I An open red velvet-lined presentation box containing eight ornate silver sewing tools including scissors, a thimble, and bodkins. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Exceptional 19th Century French 8 Pieces Silver Sewing Set, Circa 1840

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Archive VIII An open red velvet-lined presentation box containing eight ornate silver sewing tools including scissors, a thimble, and bodkins. View VIII
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Julie Cartwright Antiques

Julie Cartwright Antiques
Telephone 07947 998435
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Suffolk
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Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/jc
Verified Since Jun 2009
Items For Sale 133
Items Sold 2,214
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An open red velvet-lined presentation box containing eight ornate silver sewing tools including scissors, a thimble, and bodkins.
EXCEPTIONAL 19TH CENTURY FRENCH 8 PIECES SILVER SEWING SET, CIRCA 1840
Ref: SA1191859
An open red velvet-lined presentation box containing eight ornate silver sewing tools including scissors, a thimble, and bodkins.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectSewing Sets & Etuis
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian & Gothic
  • MaterialSilver, Velvet, Leather
  • ColourSilver and Red
  • MotifsRepousse floral scrollwork, Chased handle detailing, Fitted velvet compartment tray
  • SizeH 3 cm (1 in) x W 13 cm (5 in) x D 9.5 cm (4 in)

FAQs

A nineteenth-century silver sewing set is a fitted collection of needlework tools, typically housed in a velvet-lined case, featuring implements such as scissors, a thimble, a bodkin, and a needle case crafted from sterling or continental silver.

These sets traditionally utilise sterling or high-grade silver with detailed repousse and chased decoration, accompanied by fitted leather or wooden cases lined with silk velvet or satin.

Authenticity is identified through period hallmarks or makers marks stamped on the silver components, hand-engraved detailing, quality of the repousse work, and the construction methods of the fitted presentation box.

Display the set closed on a decorative surface such as a side table or mantelpiece, or open it within a glass-topped cabinet to showcase the intricate silver implements as a focal point.

Preserve the items by keeping them in their original fitted case away from direct sunlight, avoiding harsh chemical silver dips to protect the historic patina, and periodically dusting with a soft microfiber cloth.
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