A 19th Century Tortoiseshell Cased Silver Thimble

A gorgeous example of early Victorian sewing ware. The superb fitted box is veneered in tortoiseshell panels and the hinged lid opens to reveal a satin interior and a later silver hallmarked thimble. A fine collector's piece, usable today. Dimensions below.

Postage & Packing £8.00 UK

£16.00 Worldwide

Condition :- Excellent with no dents, holes or splits to the thimble and no damage to the exterior of the case. There is a small chip to the inner rim, commensurate with age and use.

Date :- c1840.

Origin :- English.

Height :- 5 cms.

Depth :- 3.5 cms. (widest point).

Width :- 3.2 cms.

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