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Ms Schwall: Attached is a .png containing two photos of a pair of my late grandmother's scissors that may have been acquired by her in the late 19th century. They are exactly 6 inches long and of a silvery sheen. What info do you have regarding their date and place of manufacture?
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Hello Keith,
Thank you for your query. It appears that you have dressmaker or what were also known as 'household shears'.
I am not familiar with this maker's mark but I have sent a few inquiries to fellow collectors in the hope that this mystery can be solved.
I will get back to you shortly.
Regards,
Irene
Hello Keith,
Mystery solved! Thank you for your patience.
The maker's mark --crossed palms and triangle below--
The company was founded by Emil Schlemper GmbH Solingen-Merscheid in 1909. It was still active in 1959 but no indication that it remains in operation today.
This information was given to me by a German collector friend.
I hope this helps.
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
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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.
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