An Unusual Edwardian Novelty Silver Coal Scuttle Thimble Case & Thimble

An exquisite and rare example of Edwardian sewing ware. The superb novelty thimble holder is formed to represent a coal scuttle, with a hinged drop down front and a fixed handle. There is the original silk lined interior and the door features the collectible Reynolds Angels motif. Inside is a Chester silver thimble by the great Charles Horner and dating from the same period. A lovely and unusual collector's piece, still usable today. Dimensions below.

Postage & Packing £10.00 UK

£18.00 Europe

£18.00 Outside Europe

Condition :- Excellent with no major dents, holes or splits. There is a small ripple to the side and a couple of indentations to the underside, all commensurate with age and use.

Date :- Birmingham 1907.

Maker :- Sydney & Co.

Thimble :- Chester 1911. Maker Charles Horner.

Height :- 3.5 cms. (to top of handle)

Depth :- 3.5 cms.

Width :- 2.5 cms.

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