Collectibles-General (Antiques)/Thgimble

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Expert: - 10/24/2008


Question

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I have a thimble which I think is Norwegian, possibly made by O.F. Hjortdahl. It's 925 silver and enamel. I attach a photograph and would appreciate your opinion.

Answer
Hello Douglas,
Lovely thimble!  Thanks for sending a clear photo.
Yes your thimble is Norwegian and it is an older one.  It is .925 silver (sterling), has a moonstone top and decorated with enamel.
If you are able to send me a photo of the marks inside of the thimble, I will probably be able to verify the maker for you.
Hope this helps.
Irene

Irene Schwall

Expertise

I have been a collector of antique sewing tools and thimbles for over 30 years. I am also a dealer in this field and sell on eBay under the name -- serengeti2. I am NOT, and I repeat NOT an expert on antique or vintage domestic household sewing machines used for everyday home sewing. I can offer help when it comes to TOY or miniature collectible sewing machines ONLY.

Experience

See information provided above.

Organizations
Thimble Collectors International
SCTC - Southern California Thimble Club
SDTC - San Diego Thimble Club
OTS - Ohio Thimble Seekers
Priscilla Nutmeggers - CT/MA/NH
Dorset Thimble Society - UK
Rund um den Fingerhut - Germany
www.925/1000.com
Cyberthimble on Yahoo



Publications
I belong to Thimble Collectors International & I chair the committee 'Publishing/Grants' and oversee the research and publication of booklets relating to sewing tools and thimbles. I have also had articles published on needlework related topics.

Education/Credentials
See information provided above.

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