Hidden Gems Of Furniture, Lighting & Collectables Online Auction
Lot 484:
A Collection of 174 Decorative and Commemorative Thimbles
Description
A large collection of 174 individual thimbles, primarily dating from the late 20th to early 21st century. The collection is highly diverse in material and theme. The majority of the thimbles are constructed from white ceramic or porcelain, featuring transfer-printed and hand-painted decorations. These ceramic pieces display a variety of subjects, including British royal commemoratives (referencing Queen Elizabeth II and jubilees), popular characters (such as Winnie the Pooh and Snow White), floral patterns, and geographical landmarks. Visible location names and phrases include MARGATE, Greenhow Hill, and Reculver. The collection also incorporates thimbles made from various metals (including brass, bronze-tone, and silver-tone finishes), wood, and colored glass or stone. The items are presented loosely packed. Note: The red plastic tray shown in the image is explicitly excluded from the sale.
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