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14K Yellow Gold Victorian Engraved Thimble "Mother" Antique Mother's Day Gift

$ 195.36

Availability: 77 in stock
  • Original/Reproduction: Antique Original
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: United Kingdom
  • Material: Gold
  • Condition: Used, but in very good antique condition. There are scratches around the base and on the scrollwork, consistent with gentle use, but no needle gouges. The word "Mother" is engraved in a Victorian script. Please see the photos.

    Description

    This antique solid 14K yellow gold thimble is the perfect Mother's Day gift for the seamstress in your life, to add to a loved one's Victorian-era collectibles, or to a thimble collection. T
    he word "Mother" is e
    ngraved in script near the base, just above the intricate floral scrollwork.  Measures approx. 22mm by 17mm. Total weight is approx. 5 grams.
    Markings inside the thimble include
    An Anchor: The mark of the UK's assay office in Birmingham, England
    The Number 9:  Indicates Thimble Size
    The Number 14: Indicates purity of the gold (14 Karat)
    Research places the creation of this thimble at approx. 1918 - 1930. It's in very good estate condition with surface scratches.
    Additional shipping insurance with be covered at no cost to the buyer.