Collectibles-General (Antiques)/Thimbles

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I have a thimble which has a picture of the wedding day of the Duke and Duchess of York 1923 and the coronation of king George vi and queen Elizabeth the date on it is the 12 May 1937, I also have the year of the three kings George v, George vi and Edward v111 can you give more information on the above thimbles. Thankyou Irene

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Hello Irene.  You don't mention what material the thimbles are made from, which will have a big impact on the value.  Are they porcelain, wedgwood, metal, silver, etc?  Is it possible for you to send a digital picture?  You can send more information or digital pictures to me at bacchino@twcny.rr.com  Barb

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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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