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Victorian 15ct Gold Thimble. Turquoise Cabochons. Leather Case. Antique C1860.
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Victorian 15ct Gold Thimble. Turquoise Cabochons. Leather Case. Antique C1860.

19th century
For Sale by Krave Antiques
Description

This stunning thimble that dates from the 19th century is crafted in 15ct yellow gold and set all around with a band of circular turquoise cabochons. It comes with it's original tooled leather case.

A beautiful quality antique thimble that would make a wonderful gift for a thimble collector and looks stunning on display.

Materials: 15ct Yellow Gold (tested and guaranteed as 15ct gold). Turquoise cabochons.

Total weight: 5.32 grams.

Height: 23 mm. External width: 16.5 mm. Internal width: 14 mm.

Date: c1860.

Comes in it's lovely original tooled leather case.

Condition: Excellent antique condition. No holes, dents or damage. Some light scratches and tarnishing. Cleaned and ready to enjoy. Please see pictures. Comes in original leather case.

Buy Now on our website: https://www.kraveantiques.co.uk

Date of Manufacture

Krave Antiques has dated this Victorian Gold Turquoise Thimble to the 1860s.

Independent Date Guide ID 09664257
Dealer's Item Date1860s
Sellingantiques Date1860s
Sellingantiques agingItem 145-175 years old
ResultsDates match
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE 1860s:
Turquoise cabochons showing colour shifts to green: natural ageing of Victorian porous stones.
Individually crimped collet settings: hand jewellery work of the mid-19th century.
Fitted red morocco leather case with brass clasp: original presentation case of the era.
Brazed vertical seam at the lower rim: hand fabrication before seamless drawn construction.

This Independent Date Guide was compiled by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. It works only from the photographs shown on this page and is never told the date the dealer has declared. It is a guide, not a guarantee of age, and occasional errors can occur.

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SA1237751
Dealers Internal Reference
GTT784
Dealers Notes

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Description
This stunning thimble that dates from the 19th century is crafted in 15ct yellow gold and set all around with a band of circular turquoise cabochons. It comes with it's original tooled leather case.
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A beautiful quality antique thimble that would make a wonderful gift for a thimble collector and looks stunning on display.
Krave Antiques
fig 1. An antique Victorian 15ct gold thimble with turquoise cabochon studs displayed inside an open red leather velvet-lined case.
fig 1. Victorian 15ct Gold Thimble. Turquoise Cabochons. Leather Case. Antique C1860.

Materials: 15ct Yellow Gold (tested and guaranteed as 15ct gold). Turquoise cabochons.

Total weight: 5.32 grams.

Height: 23 mm. External width: 16.5 mm. Internal width: 14 mm.

Date: c1860.

Comes in it's lovely original tooled leather case.

fig 2. An antique Victorian 15ct gold thimble with turquoise cabochon studs displayed inside an open red leather velvet-lined case.
fig 2. Victorian 15ct Gold Thimble. Turquoise Cabochons. Leather Case. Antique C1860.

Condition: Excellent antique condition. No holes, dents or damage. Some light scratches and tarnishing. Cleaned and ready to enjoy. Please see pictures. Comes in original leather case.

Buy Now on our website: https://www.kraveantiques.co.uk

Date of Manufacture

Krave Antiques has dated this Victorian Gold Turquoise Thimble to the 1860s.

Independent Date Report ID 09664257
Dealer's Item Date1860s
Sellingantiques dating1860s
Sellingantiques agingItem 145-175 years old
ResultsDates match
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the 1860s:
Turquoise cabochons showing colour shifts to green: natural ageing of Victorian porous stones.
Individually crimped collet settings: hand jewellery work of the mid-19th century.
Fitted red morocco leather case with brass clasp: original presentation case of the era.
Brazed vertical seam at the lower rim: hand fabrication before seamless drawn construction.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Reference Numbers
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SA1237751
Dealers Internal Ref
GTT784
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Archive I An antique Victorian 15ct gold thimble with turquoise cabochon studs displayed inside an open red leather velvet-lined case.

Victorian 15ct Gold Thimble. Turquoise Cabochons. Leather Case. Antique C1860.

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An antique Victorian 15ct gold thimble with turquoise cabochon studs displayed inside an open red leather velvet-lined case.
Victorian 15ct Gold Thimble. Turquoise Cabochons. Leather Case. Antique c1860.
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  • ObjectSewing Collectables
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • Material15ct Gold, Turquoise, Leather, Velvet
  • ColourGold, Turquoise, Red
  • MotifsCabochon setting, Engine-turned knurling, Fitted leather case, Rim border

This Victorian 15ct yellow gold thimble dates from 1860 in the Victorian style. The piece presents a gold finish with a row of circular turquoise cabochon stones set around the upper rim and an engine-turned knurled texture covering the lower body. It sits within an open red leather case lined with white fabric. The thimble has a height of 23 mm, an external width of 16.5 mm, and an internal width of 14 mm. Collectors can display this sewing collectable on a desk, shelf, or within a cabinet as part of a decorative arrangement in a study or living room. The item remains in excellent condition with no holes, dents, or damage, displaying only light scratches and tarnishing.

FAQs

During the Victorian era, high-carat gold thimbles decorated with gemstones were presented as utilitarian gifts, tokens of affection, or status symbols, reflecting the eras emphasis on decorative needlework.

High-grade gold, particularly 15ct and 18ct alloys, was commonly paired with cabochon-cut gemstones such as turquoise, garnet, or coral, and presented in custom velvet-lined leather cases.

Authentic examples frequently display British hallmarks specifying carat purity, makers marks, precise engine-turned surface patterns, and collet-set cabochon gemstones around the rim.

These small historical items are typically showcased in glass-fronted shadow boxes, desktop curiosity cabinets, or displayed open in their original fitted leather presentation cases.

Clean the gold metal gently using a dry microfibre cloth without liquid chemical cleaners, as porous turquoise stones absorb moisture and discolour upon contact with oils or detergents.
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