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Expert: - 9/12/2010


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I have the witch timble you were talking about with someone else aprox how much its worth? thanks alot.

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Hello Stef. Many things go into the value of a thimble, so I cannot tell you a figure without seeing a digital picture.  Also, can you tell me if there are any holes in it, when you hold it up to the light?  Is there any scratchings on the thimble from use?  Is the thimble completely round where you insert your finger?  Are there any cracks, dents or damage of any kind to the thimble?  All these things help determine the value of your thimble.  Barbara

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Barbara K. Acchino

Experience

I have been collecting for almost 30 years.

Organizations
ThimbleCollectors@ONElist.com; Thimble Collectors International (TCI); Thimble Guild; Thimbletter & Thimbletter II, Empire State Thimble Collectors; CyberThimble; Yahoo Thimble Club

Publications
"Sewing with Scotties" Scottie Sampler; various articles for the "Bulletin" - official newsletter of Thimble Collectors International (TCI)

Education/Credentials
I have been collecting for almost 30 years.

Awards and Honors
TCI's President's Award

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