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Topic: Thimble case

adelapt

Posts: 418
Registered: May 2003

posted 02-11-2010 01:08 PM

This acorn shaped thimble case looks to me to be mid 18th century, and English. The only marking is an illegible maker's mark inside the apex of the screw on lid. At the suggested time such an item could legally avoid hallmarking because of its smallness - under half an ounce (ie. 10dwt). Comments invited! Length approx. 3.5cms/1.4", diam. approx. 2.7cms/1.1"

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agphile

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Registered: Apr 2008

posted 02-11-2010 04:11 PM

A pretty little object. I can see why you suggest mid 18th century. I don't know enough about small boxes in general or needle cases in particular to try and comment or second guess you on the origin, but I wouldn't mind owning it myself!

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