thimble
Object
Accession Number
2008.005.039Description
A sterling silver thimble with a raised vine and grape border and a central cartouche with the initial 'G'. The upper sides and top are covered with knurling. There is a Simons shield on the inside apex.Narrative
Thimbles are designed to protect the fingers and give increased leverage while pushing a needle through fabric. In the Victorian period, thimbles were often highly decorative and used as collectible as well as practical items. History of Use
The donor was a collector of needlework items and left this to Craigdarroch as part of a large bequest of sewing tools. Date
circa 1890Dimensions
2 x 1 cmMaterial
Metal, silverTechnique
Tooled; EngravedInscription
G