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Delightful Charles Horner Silver Thimble in Mother of Pearl & Ormulu Basket, Circa 1890
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Delightful Charles Horner Silver Thimble in Mother of Pearl & Ormulu Basket, Circa 1890

19th century
Sold 25 May 2026 · Julie Cartwright Antiques
This “Delightful Charles Horner Silver Thimble in Mother of Pearl & Ormulu Basket, Circa 1890” 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 is a delightful 19th Century egg-shaped mother of pearl miniature basket raised on a pedestal base and having an ormulu handle. The oval-shaped mother of pearl receptacle resting on a pierced petal-shaped pedestal and housing a silver thimble. The silver thimble hallmarked for the collectable Charles Horner.

Hallmarks:

Partially hallmarked.

C.H for Charles Horner.

Tested as silver.

Dimensions:

Length: 4.5cm / 1.6 inche.

Height: 5cm / 2 inches.

Width: 2.5cm / 1 inch.

Condition:

Very good condition

Delivery:

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO ADD POSTAGE AT CHECKOUT.

Postage UK: £5 Royal Mail Tracked 24.

Postage USA (including US import duties): £25.00

Postage overseas: £17 International Signed For.

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Physical Dimensions
Height
5cm (1.97")
Width
4.5cm (1.77")
Depth
2.5cm (0.98")
Declaration

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this Charles Horner Silver Thimble to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1175144
Dealers Internal Reference
OCT73
Description
This is a delightful 19th Century egg-shaped mother of pearl miniature basket raised on a pedestal base and having an ormulu handle.
“
The oval-shaped mother of pearl receptacle resting on a pierced petal-shaped pedestal and housing a silver thimble.
Julie Cartwright Antiques

The silver thimble hallmarked for the collectable Charles Horner.

fig 1. An antique silver thimble resting inside a mother of pearl bowl supported by an ormolu metal framework and decorative base.
fig 1. Delightful Charles Horner Silver Thimble in Mother of Pearl & Ormulu Basket, Circa 1890

Hallmarks:

Partially hallmarked.

C.H for Charles Horner.

Tested as silver.

Dimensions:

Length: 4.5cm / 1.6 inche.

Height: 5cm / 2 inches.

Width: 2.5cm / 1 inch.

Condition:

Very good condition

Delivery:

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO ADD POSTAGE AT CHECKOUT.

fig 2. An antique silver thimble resting inside a mother of pearl bowl supported by an ormolu metal framework and decorative base.
fig 2. Delightful Charles Horner Silver Thimble in Mother of Pearl & Ormulu Basket, Circa 1890

Postage UK: £5 Royal Mail Tracked 24.

Postage USA (including US import duties): £25.00

Postage overseas: £17 International Signed For.

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
5cm (1.97")
Width
4.5cm (1.77")
Depth
2.5cm (0.98")
Date of Manufacture

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this Charles Horner Silver Thimble to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1175144
Dealers Internal Ref
OCT73
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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Verified Since Jun 2009
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An antique silver thimble resting inside a mother of pearl bowl supported by an ormolu metal framework and decorative base.
DELIGHTFUL CHARLES HORNER SILVER THIMBLE IN MOTHER OF PEARL & ORMULU BASKET, CIRCA 1890
Ref: SA1175144
An antique silver thimble resting inside a mother of pearl bowl supported by an ormolu metal framework and decorative base.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDecorative Objects
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialSilver, Mother of Pearl, Ormolu
  • ColourSilver and White
  • MotifsPierced metal base, Scalloped shell bowl, Dimpled thimble surface
  • SizeH 5 cm (2 in) x W 4.5 cm (2 in) x D 2.5 cm (1 in)

FAQs

Charles Horner was a renowned British jeweller and silversmith based in Halifax, England, famous for manufacturing high-quality silver thimbles and novelty items primarily from the late Victorian period through the early 20th century.

These decorative objects typically combine precious metals such as sterling silver or gilt brass with organic materials like mother of pearl, nacre, tortoiseshell, and ivory.

Authentic pieces generally feature the characteristic makers mark, usually the CH monogram inside a shield or cartouche, alongside traditional British silver hallmarks indicating the assay office and date letter.

Small antique collectables work well displayed within glass cabinets, on vanity trays, or styled upon bookshelves to add a layer of historic interest and curated detail to a room.

Silver should be cleaned periodically with a specialist non-abrasive polish to remove tarnish, while mother of pearl requires gentle dusting and protection from harsh chemicals and prolonged direct sunlight.
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