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I have a sterling silver thimble with a "coat of arms" symbol on the top inside. Very decorative also. I can't really make out to well the symbols on the coat of arms but my question is: Where would a thimble like this originate? Thanks!!
Hello Dave,
It is virtually impossible for me to begin to answer your question without seeing a photo of your thimble. Millions of thimbles were made and there were so many different manufacturers etc.
The 'coat of arms' that you are describing is most likely a manufacturers trademark. Many countries marked their thimbles in the inside top.
Please send a photo of the thimble and if you can, also the marks on the inside. This way I can provide you with accurate information. If you are unable to take a photo of the marks inside of the thimble, please describe them as accurately as you can and also look on the outside of the thimble to see if there is any marking (use a magnifier).
I look forward to seeing your thimble.
Regards,
Irene
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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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