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I have a dug Thimble that appears to be very old. Thick metal cast. Large smiling sun embossed on one side with smaller one on opposite side. Also small sun on top. Not sure of type of metal but it is thick walled and heavy. Silver gray in color. Can you tell me any thing about this , I can send photos.
Hello Jimmy,
Please send me photos and also see if you can find any markings on the thimble. For instance, a name, letter etc. etc.
Photos should be sent to me at: xtahoeviews@yahoo.com
Please photograph at the highest resolution and get as close as you can while still being in focus. Photograph straight-on to the object.
Thanks.
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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