ONLINE AUCTION OF FURNITURE AND COLLECTABLES INCLUDING POTTERY WARE
Lot 267:
A Large and Varied Collection of Approximately 50 Thimbles
Description
A substantial collection of approximately 50 thimbles, encompassing a wide variety of materials including brass, silver-toned metals, ceramic/porcelain, wood, and glass. The styles range from plain, functional sewing thimbles to highly decorative souvenir and commemorative pieces. Visible ornamentation includes landscapes and locations such as “THE ENGLISH LAKES, ” “TENBY, ” and “SCOTLAND, ” national flags like the Union Jack, various buildings including a lighthouse and a cottage, and motifs of flowers and animals such as owls. One ceramic thimble specifically commemorates the “100th Birthday of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother August 2000.” Please note: The red plastic tray is not included in the sale, as indicated by the affixed label.
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