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| Ketcham & McDougall | 7/7/2008 |
Q: My grandfather was a silversmith for Ketcham & McDougall and my grandmother was their bookkeeper. ...
A: How very exciting that you have a family tie to your thimble collection! John von Hoelle printed a ...
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| silver thimble | 6/22/2008 |
Q: would appreciate your help I have a silver thimble which has a series of holes punch through the top ...
A: I'm afraid I'm not much help without a picture. Any chance you could send digital pictures to me at ...
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| antique thimble | 6/19/2008 |
Q: Could you tell me something about this thimble? Age? Value?
A: Your thimble looks to be made of base metal. It has machine knurling (those indentations where the ...
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| thimble with sewing kit | 6/12/2008 |
Q: I just received a sewing kit that's probably brass. It is a little more than an inch across and the ...
A: Sewing kits did come in brass, along with many other types of material. They were designed to be a ...
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| Scissors | 6/2/2008 |
Q: I have a small pair of what I think are sewing scissors and I was wondering if you could tell me ...
A: I've check through my personal reference library but find little on scissors. Estelle Zalkin's ...
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| Old Silver Scissors | 5/14/2008 |
Q: Total length about 9 1/4" with engraving on handles and name is Betz or maybe Setz-Germany know they ...
A: The size of your scissors seem to indicate they are actually "shears" and larger than scissors used ...
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| tatting shuttle | 5/12/2008 |
Q: I purchased a Boye Tatting shuttle on the original card marked 29 cents. I was trying to find out ...
A: I consulted two books on shuttles: Tatting Shuttles of American Collectors by Heidi Nakayama and ...
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| tape measure | 4/25/2008 |
Q: I have a plastic bull-dog shaped tape measure that is about 2" high. I inherited this when my great ...
A: Your best bet is probably "Collecting Figural Tape Measures" by Elzabeth & Douglas Arbittier and ...
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| sewing needles | 4/23/2008 |
Q: I found these needles tucked away in a box I bought at a garage sale. Can you give me any history or ...
A: Needlebooks are collectible and still very reasonably priced. From your picture, the majority of ...
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| tape measure | 4/22/2008 |
Q: I have a plastic bull-dog shaped tape measure that is about 2" high. I inherited this when my great ...
A: I am at a real loss of information for you. However, there are at least three books out on tape ...
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| Ivory Sewing Tool | 4/17/2008 |
Q: I have an Ivory (I think) tool and I have no idea what it's function is. The end holds a sewing ...
A: I can't say that it is ivory for sure, as bone and animal teeth were also used to carve sewing ...
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| Dating a Simons thimble | 3/21/2008 |
Q: I am interested in trying to determine the date of a Simons thimble I found metal detecting. I ...
A: I'm afraid I'm not going to be able to pin down a date for you, since many thimble patterns have ...
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| antique rocking chair pin cushion | 3/18/2008 |
Q: I recently bought a wooden antique sewing box and with it came a ceramic rocking chair that has has ...
A: The ceramic rocking chair is a contemporary piece more so than an antique (100 years or older). ...
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| Singer Tracing Wheel & Tailors Thimble | 3/6/2008 |
Q: These two items are amongst those inherited from my grandmother. The wheel is fold out (like a pen ...
A: My email address is bacchino@twcny.rr.com Please send a picture of the tracing wheel and the ...
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| 14k gold thimble | 3/4/2008 |
Q: I have a 14k size 10 gold thimble. If you look inside at the top of the thimble it has a capitol A ...
A: You have a thimble made by Simons Bros. Co. of Philadelphia, PA - one of the few thimble makers ...
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| miniature sewing kits | 2/25/2008 |
Q: I've kind of stumbled into collecting what I call egg sewing kits. They're egg shaped, enameled, and ...
A: There are a number of books out on the subject of sewing collectibles and an organization called ...
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| antique sewing tool | 2/22/2008 |
Q: My husband bought this in upstate New York in 1976. He thought it was a buttonholer. The ...
A: I'm not sure about the patent date. It sure looks too sophisticated a piece to be 1869, but I could ...
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| antique sewing tool | 2/22/2008 |
Q: My husband bought this in upstate New York in 1976. He thought it was a buttonholer. The ...
A: I'm afraid this item doesn't look like any sewing tool I've come across. That's not to say it ISN'T ...
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| Thimble | 2/17/2008 |
Q: I have a 14k gold thimble dated 1891. How would I go about finding out a value and where I might ...
A: Since you have internet access, you can research the thimble by finding similiar ones, there are a ...
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| Sewing needles | 2/17/2008 |
Q: My mother found a wooden needle case and we were wondering about age and value. It is stamped on ...
A: Boye is a needle maker who offered many different types of needle cases. If you cannot send a ...
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| pin cushion | 2/10/2008 |
Q: What is the value of this pin cushion? About how old is it? It says made in Japan on the bottom. ...
A: Items marked "Japan" could be from the late 1940s to the present. Without other markings, it's ...
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| Thimble mark | 2/9/2008 |
Q: I have a beautiful thimble that has a maker's mark at the top of the inside. An image of the mark is ...
A: In my opinion it would be very hard to pinpoint a date as the pattern could have been made over many ...
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| Thimble mark | 2/7/2008 |
Q: I have a beautiful thimble that has a maker's mark at the top of the inside. An image of the mark is ...
A: From this picture, it looks like your Simons thimble has a gold wash band. It has no rim and the ...
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| Thimble mark | 2/6/2008 |
Q: I have a beautiful thimble that has a maker's mark at the top of the inside. An image of the mark is ...
A: Your thimble is made by Simons Bros. Co. of Philadelphia. They use the mark of an Old English S in ...
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| sterling cupid thimble | 2/3/2008 |
Q: I have a sterling thimble that shows 2 cupids holding a furled banner. It's marked 11, sterling and ...
A: Your thimble was made by Goldsmith, Stern Company. The mark you describe was used by the company ...
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| sewing ,traveling kits | 2/2/2008 |
Q: I have a sewing kit that is very old. It contains a lot of silver items ,crystal items, and ivory ...
A: Palais Royal (Royal Palace, Paris France) is a place as well as a term used to describe the unique ...
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| betsy ross scissors | 1/27/2008 |
Q: I have a pair of scissors 6inches long. they are stamped with betsy ross and have the number 83 ...
A: I'm afraid I'm not up on my scissors! There are a couple of books out dedicated just to them, but ...
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| sewing kit | 1/20/2008 |
Q: I just received a plaid(red & green) egg shaped sewing kit owned by my great-grandmother. On the ...
A: There are many, many types of sewing kits out there. Condition and scarsity will have a bearing on ...
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| Irish Dresden Thimble | 1/20/2008 |
Q: I have several thimbles from the early 80's that I plan to sell on E-bay. Of these, I have a couple ...
A: I'm don't have much of an interest in contemporary thimbles, I do know that both thimbles that you ...
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| Spool Cabinet | 1/19/2008 |
Q: I just found an old spool cabinet at an estate sale with a large double "C" on the back. The woman ...
A: What a nice piece to have! There is a hardcovered, coffee table type book out on spool cabinets as ...
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| Thimbles | 1/14/2008 |
Q: Is it good or bad to clean and polish old thimbles? My cousin just sent me a package of thimbles ...
A: How nice that you have your grandmother's thimbles! There are two schools of thought on cleaning ...
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| Value of a gold thimble? | 10/22/2007 |
Q: Barbara. I inherited a small gold thimble that is inscribed Mary L. May and deep inside, has a mark ...
A: Without seeing the thimble, I can't tell you specifics. Any way you can send me a digital picture ...
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| 1800's wooden needle | 10/4/2007 |
Q: i was told that this was hand made by my great-great grandfather in 1844 and is a tatting needle. ...
A: Your item looks similar to some tatting shuttles found in both Tatting Shuttles, Related Tools and ...
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| Thimble | 9/13/2007 |
Q: I have a thimble possibly silver. Half way down the thimble it has 10 panels(that is all I can think ...
A: I can't tell much from the picture you attached, as it isn't close enough to give me details of the ...
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| vintage darning egg with silver handle | 9/9/2007 |
Q: My black darning egg has a silver handle and it looks like silverin is what is written on it. What ...
A: Are you sure the word isn't sterling? Many ebony darners did have sterling handles. I've not seen ...
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| thimble value | 9/6/2007 |
Q: I have a 3/4" tall thimble which has written in it "sterling". It also has enamel or porcelain 1/4" ...
A: I would need to see a picture of your thimble to give you any kind of value. If you can send a ...
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| gold thimble | 9/4/2007 |
Q: I have a gold thimble with a star stamp on the inside. Is this a maker's mark? I bought this in an ...
A: The star mark inside the top of the thimble would indicate it was made by Waite. Thresher Co., ...
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| 30 drawer spool cabinet | 8/29/2007 |
Q: I have inherited a Winsted Silk Co. 30 drawer spool cabinet from my grandparents estate. There is ...
A: What a nice piece to keep in the family! There is a book out dedicated strictly to spool cabinets. ...
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| Thimble and tiny sewing kit in one | 8/9/2007 |
Q: I have a very small yellow sewing kit that I think is also a Liquor premium. It has a weird shape, ...
A: You have a bullet shaped sewing kit. They were made as advertising premiums for all sorts of ...
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| thimble | 8/7/2007 |
Q: I have a thimble with the following: World's Exposition 1892 And a hat shaped tape measure with ...
A: Yes, your items have value, but I couldn't tell you more than that without seeing the shape they are ...
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| Bone sewing tool? | 7/30/2007 |
Q: I have a bone item in the shape of a spinning top. It measures two and a half inches from the ...
A: Yes, please send a digital picture to me at bacchino@twcny.rr.com. Also include why you think it is ...
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| needle | 7/15/2007 |
Q: hi i have a sewing tool that was my late late grandfathers and i cant find out any information about ...
A: I have consulted with a needle expert and she is at a loss without a picture. Are you able to send ...
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| Antique Needles | 7/6/2007 |
Q: I have two very old needles that are rather large. They were given to me by my Grandmother and she ...
A: I'm sorry for the delay in responding...I went on vacation and forgot to change my AllExperts ...
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| Circular Knitting Pin - knitting needles | 7/3/2007 |
Q: I have inherited some of my grandmother's sewing items. One happens to be a Circular Knitting Pin ...
A: How nice that you have some of your grandmother's sewing items. I'm not familiar with the circular ...
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| Mom's thimble collection | 6/28/2007 |
Q: I inherited my mother's thimble and toy sewing machine collection. She has each one cataloged with ...
A: I cannot speak for toy sewing machines, but I do know there are books and collectors groups ...
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| antique children's sewing machines | 6/23/2007 |
Q: I am trying to find a machine similar to the one I had as a child. It was green, had a wheel that ...
A: I'm afraid I can't help you with childrens' sewing machines, but there are books out on them and I ...
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| English thimble | 6/20/2007 |
Q: I collect thimles and just purchased one yesterday that looks like brass. It says on it "Herman ...
A: Your thimble is brass and it should say "Her Majesty's Thimble" which is a brand name. Although the ...
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| Thimble | 6/15/2007 |
Q: I have a thimble that belonged to my mother and I am trying to find out how old it is. On the ...
A: The thimble you have was made by Simons Bros. Co. of Philadelphia. They are still in business ...
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| old needlethreader | 6/5/2007 |
Q: I was meatle detecting the other day and I found a old needlethreader( silver in color, a womans ...
A: Needlethreaders have been mass produced since the early 1900s. They were often used as an ...
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| Antique thimble | 6/1/2007 |
Q: I have an antique thimble and am trying to identify the maker's marks. It is gold with a floral ...
A: Anchors are used as a maker's mark and as an indication that they item is gold filled, so unless I ...
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| Thimbles | 5/26/2007 |
Q: I have a Simons industrial thimble with USA SBC in the apex. I was told it was from a US soldier's ...
A: Although the Simons industrial thimbles, made of nickel and oreide, were produced from 1919 to 1952, ...
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| Coca-Cola thimble | 5/23/2007 |
Q: Many years ago, I purchased a red glass Coca-Cola thimble as a gift for a friend. The lettering ...
A: I'm afraid the ruby glass Coca-Cola thimble is not an antique, but anything Coca-Cola is ...
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| Thimble Identification | 5/12/2007 |
Q: Barbara,On the outside of the thimble is "9" followed by a "B" ?? Or it looks sort of looks like two ...
A: The 9 on your thimble indicates the size, as they were made in different sizes to fit different ...
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| sewing needle case | 4/28/2007 |
Q: I have a little cardboard case covered in a velvet type fabric. Inside the little case is about 10 ...
A: Needlebooks and needlepackets are collectible, but I'm not able to tell you if your case is worth ...
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| knitting needles | 4/21/2007 |
Q: I have a red white and blue set of knitting needles in a red white and blue case. mad by Susan ...
A: Although I do knit, I don't know much about knitting needles. You are probably right with the ...
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| Boye sewing needle holder | 4/9/2007 |
Q: I have a "Boye" sewing needle holder here is the url to see the photo I am wondering if you have ...
A: Yes, I have seen those needle cases before. They were used as a store display for selling Boye ...
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| wooden sewing attachments box | 3/29/2007 |
Q: My granddaughter has an old Singer attachments box that unfolds flat. When opened it has triangular ...
A: Your granddaughter's box was made for industrial sewing machine parts and attachments. There should ...
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| Doll head thimbles | 3/1/2007 |
Q: I have a collection of thimbles of which each is a doll's head from a different country. There are ...
A: Your thimbles sound like they are the "Dolls of the World" thimbles. They were issued in 1981 by ...
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| pin box? | 1/7/2007 |
Q: I found a lovely item at the antique store yesterday---it (I am assuming) a pin box. It doesn't ...
A: Yes, I have seen similar items to yours. I'll do the best I can to give you information on it ...
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| early Ketcham & McDougall thimble | 1/6/2007 |
Q: I have an older Ketcham & McDougall sterling thimble. I have spent several hours trying to find a ...
A: Steven - you have a dropped rim thimble in the rose pattern. The patent was applied for in 1912. ...
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| thimble | 1/4/2007 |
Q: Is it possible for you to give me any info on the thimble. can send a photo Thanks
A: any engravings like initials or maker's marks (look inside, too), tell me if there are any holes in ...
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| Thimbles | 12/17/2006 |
Q: I have come into the possession of around 200 thimbles in 3 display boxes, some of the Royal Family, ...
A: I'm not familiar with the UK, so I may be referring you to someone who is not close. If that turns ...
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| antique sewing tool | 12/11/2006 |
Q: I saw a question you had answered on 9/13/06 about a tool found in a tool box you had requested a ...
A: A stiletto is an awl or pick type of instrument used in embroidery and sewing. It can punch holes ...
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| Old Fruit Pincushions | 12/8/2006 |
Q: http://img490.imageshack.us/my.php?image=dscn0562ub4.jpg Hi Barbara! I'm hoping you can tell me ...
A: The strawberry is a popular shape for emories. An emory has a filling that is rough against the ...
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| Boye Needle Company | 11/27/2006 |
Q: I have a wooden case that has patent # on it, but really cannot make the # out. Looks like 05 Jan ...
A: Without pictures, I am at a disadvantage, but if what you are discribing is a wooden cylinder that ...
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| George Washington Thimble | 11/12/2006 |
Q: I have a silver thimble that says "LONG LIVE THE PRESIDENT," and has GW in large initials. I'm ...
A: It would be much easier for me to answer your question if you could send me a picture. ...
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| antique button | 10/12/2006 |
Q: i have a button that has a ring of dots around the edge. a seven pointed crown over a caligraphic ...
A: I don't know anything about buttons, but I do know there are a number of books out on the subject, a ...
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| Antique gold thimble | 9/30/2006 |
Q: I was given a gold thimble with an amethyst top. I know it's an antique. The lady who gave it to me ...
A: Your thimble sounds very interesting, but I can't tell you much without having some good pictures of ...
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| Thimbles | 9/20/2006 |
Q: My Mum purchased a collection of thimbles,7 in all , they picture Henry VIII and his six wives, on ...
A: From the discription you have given, I'm assuming they are a bone or china thimble and that they are ...
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| Boye Needle Display Case | 9/18/2006 |
Q: Barb, I cannot find any information on a Boye needle display case. It is made of wood, 11 1/2 ...
A: The display case you describe was used in stores to sell needles. They were popular in the 40s and ...
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| Thimbles | 9/14/2006 |
Q: I have two thimbles I am curious about. One has a blue area at the bottom and has an ad saying ...
A: You can send pictures to me at bacchino@twcny.rr.com It sounds like the first thimble you describe ...
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| Tool found in sewing box | 9/13/2006 |
Q: I found a little wooden tool in a old sewing box. it is made from two pieces of wood that when lined ...
A: Theresa....send me the dimension since you mentioned cumbersome. And you do not need to go thru all ...
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| Tool found in sewing box | 9/12/2006 |
Q: I found a little wooden tool in a old sewing box. it is made from two pieces of wood that when lined ...
A: Theresa - is it possible for you to send me a picture? bacchino@twcny.rr.com Without seeing the ...
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| thimble value | 9/5/2006 |
Q: Barbara, I have a thimble from my grandmother. I know absolutly nothing about antiques of any sort, ...
A: I'm not going to be able to help you much without a picture. If you can take a digital picture of ...
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| Wooden needle egg | 8/31/2006 |
Q: I have a small wooden egg that holds needles. It is a light colored wood, Printed design. "ASBRO" ...
A: Without a picture, I can't tell you much more than you have told me. Asbro was a either a company ...
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| wood thread spools | 8/27/2006 |
Q: I have a bunch of old wood thread spools. I live in San Diego. Are there any collectors in my area ...
A: I'm afraid I don't know of any group or person that collects wooden spools specifically. I know ...
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| Age of Antique Thimble | 8/8/2006 |
Q: I have an antique thimble that I would like to know its age and origin. It is slender and has the ...
A: Please excuse the delay in my response. I've been away at the THIMBLE CONVENTION. Without seeing a ...
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| antique tape measure | 7/26/2006 |
Q: My friend has an old Tiffany tapemeasure passed down to her from her Grandmother. It is marked with ...
A: Tape measures are collectible and so is Tiffany, so yes, I think your friend's item may be valuable. ...
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| aluminum thimbles | 7/13/2006 |
Q: I have about 10 of the aluminum thimbles that have names of products on them--several are for a type ...
A: You can look in the local phone book for antiques or collectibles dealers in your area or visit a ...
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| thimbles | 7/3/2006 |
Q: I have amassed a collection of alloy nickel thimbles, star on cap (Mathis 602-605) they are in ...
A: Without a maker's mark, it is impossible to identify the maker. These common thimbles were mass ...
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| Thimble History/Value | 6/29/2006 |
Q: When my grandmother died, she left me five antique thimbles, one I believe is gold and I believe the ...
A: Are you able to send me digital pictures of the thimbles? If so, send them to ...
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| antique German thimble | 5/26/2006 |
Q: I was given a thimble by my aunt. She had rec'd it from her Godmother as a child. If still alive ...
A: How nice to have a thimble with family history! Any chance you can send a digital picture of the ...
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| Darning eggs | 5/21/2006 |
Q: I have a pair of china, light blue background with a dark blue willow pattern - egg shaped & ...
A: I've consulted DARN IT! The History and Romance of Darners by Wayne Muller. He does not show your ...
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| Simons Thimble | 4/12/2006 |
Q: I have an older thimble of my grandmothers that I am fairly sure was mfg by Simons. Can you give me ...
A: The Simons thimble you describe is base metal from nickel-silver (which actually has no silver ...
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| Thimbletter II | 4/11/2006 |
Q: I noticed that you list Thimbletter II as an organization that you belong to. What happened to the ...
A: Yes, I was a subscriber to both Thimbletter, originally offered by Lorraine Crosby of MA, and ...
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| Antique Chatelaine | 3/27/2006 |
Q: My husband purchased an antique chatelaine (complete) for me for Christmas. It is marked with a date ...
A: Sounds like you have a great husband! Did you know there is a beautiful book out on chatelaines? ...
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| date/age bone china thimbles | 3/24/2006 |
Q: 1Bone china Robbin Red Breast on branch. Other side branch with M.lgoe written under it. Inside, ...
A: I don't collect china thimbles, but I have a friend who does. Mave offers the following: The ...
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| antiques | 3/20/2006 |
Q: what determines what is an antique? is it age or just an experts opinion.
A: Your question may have different answers, depending on who you ask. To me, an antique is defined as ...
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| Antique Thimble | 2/19/2006 |
Q: Recently I have discovered that there is a high likelyhood that the thimble is actually a pewter ...
A: Scott - there are so very many reproductions out there in many collectible categories. We all have ...
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| Antique Thimble | 2/18/2006 |
Q: I recently bought a job lot of thimbles from ebay and amongst them was a silvery example made of ...
A: I couldn't tell you if your thimble is Nuremberg or 16th century without seeing the thimble. The ...
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| identify old thimble | 2/15/2006 |
Q: I'M JUST WONDERING IF YOU WOULD HAVE ANY IDEA AS TO THE MAKER OF A THIMBLE I HAVE. MY MOTHER GAVE ...
A: I could help you if I could see the marking. If you can send me a digital picture, please do so: ...
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| I am looking for any information on a Coca Cola metal thimble #5 | 2/8/2006 |
Q: I am looking for any information on a Coca Cola metal thimble #5.... I have pictures but can't ...
A: Chances are, you have an aluminum advertising thimble from the 50s. They were popular give aways ...
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| info on thimble | 1/27/2006 |
Q: I am a collector of thimbles and I have one that I hope to learn some information on. I don't ...
A: If the mark inside the top of the thimble is an Old English S in a shield, then it is, indeed made ...
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| Thimbles | 1/25/2006 |
Q: I am looking for any information on a Coca Cola metal thimble #5....Thank you
A: Without a picture, it is difficult to tell you much of anything, as I'm not exactly sure what you ...
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| darning eggs | 1/22/2006 |
Q: I have old black egg my mother used in 30's. It's well pocked with needle marks. Is it worth saving? ...
A: Believe it or not, darners are collectible. But the run of the mill, common ones don't bring much ...
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| thimble | 1/21/2006 |
Q: i have an old thimble of my grandmothers that I am trying to see if it has any worth. she had said ...
A: As a thimble collector myself, I must say ALL thimbles have worth :-) Without seeing your thimble I ...
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| Sewing Susan | 1/17/2006 |
Q: The only thing I wanted to know now is where could I sell this item at? Would Ebay give me a good ...
A: Megan - you can sell anything on ebay! Before you offer your needlebook, you might want to do a ...
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| Sewing Susan | 1/16/2006 |
Q: My name is Megan and I just recently received a sewing kit from my Grandmother. It says Sewing Susan ...
A: You have a needlebook. These were popular in the 1950s. Some have wonderful graphics and can ...
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| thimble | 1/16/2006 |
Q: I have a silver thimble, it is old, that is all I know about it. Can you tell me more.
A: I'm going to need more information than you have provided. Any chance you can send a digital ...
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| Sewing Table | 1/15/2006 |
Q: I might call this a sewing tool. I have a wooden sewing table made by The Syracuse Folding Table ...
A: What you describe is sitting in my Dad's living room! He's been taunting me with it for years :-) ...
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| silver thimble | 1/12/2006 |
Q: I have a silver thimble with 10 panels on the lower portion. One panel is marked with a 10 and the ...
A: The 10 mark on one of the panels of your thimble indicates the size. But that's about all I can ...
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| could you direct me to someone... | 1/7/2006 |
Q: could you direct me to someone that could answer questions on an old sewing machine? thank you ...
A: You can try these web sites: http://www.ismacs.net/ ...
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| gold thimble | 1/5/2006 |
Q: i have a small gold thimble that i found when my dad tore down our old house in 1953. ihave no idea ...
A: Any chance you could send me a digital picture? If so, send it to me at bacchino@twcny.rr.com. I ...
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| Metal thimble dated and marked Td May 13. 1858 | 12/12/2005 |
Q: This thimble seems to be a leather working thimble because it has a very small pointed tip on the ...
A: Any chance you can send me a digital picture? bacchino@twcny.rr.com I have a book of 52 US thimble ...
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| Leneige Thimble | 12/4/2005 |
Q: Within my parent's estate, there is a thimble that belonged to my grandmother. It is placed in a ...
A: You don't say what material the thimble is made out of. Is it porcelain or bone china or a material ...
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| thimbles | 11/30/2005 |
Q: I have a thimble that I think is at least a 4th generation. I am 40 yrs old and it was my great ...
A: I can't tell you the worth of your particular thimble without seeing it. Are you able to send me a ...
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| SEWING BOX | 11/14/2005 |
Q: I HAVE RECTNLY INHEIRITED A SEWING BOX FROM THE 1920'S IT WAS MADE BY A COMPANY CALLED PEERLESS ...
A: Sewing boxes were very common and quite plentiful. Many companies made them. If you are trying to ...
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| antique sewing implement | 11/8/2005 |
Q: Asked on 11/4: A hollow, carved wooden egg that unscrews in 2 halves. Has dozens of holes big ...
A: No, the item you describe is not a thread dispenser. Before wooden spools were used, thread was ...
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| mysterious wooden egg | 11/4/2005 |
Q: I THINK this is an antique sewing implement: A carved wooden egg 2 3/4" long, 1 3/4" diameter, ...
A: Is your egg a reddish brown color? If so, it is not wood but what they commonly refer to as ...
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| wooden treen | 10/26/2005 |
Q: i have what i think is a wooden thread holder. it has a encased cross stich on the lid. can you let ...
A: Without a picture, I am at a loss on your item. There are many books out on sewing accessories, so ...
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| Sewing Tools | 10/18/2005 |
Q: I recently was given my Great Grandmothers sewing machine table, the sewing machine was not still on ...
A: How nice that you have your Great Grandmother's sewing items. I'm not sure exactly what you are ...
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| Can You Identify This | 9/13/2005 |
Q: I have a picture of something very strange that looks like some kind of antique bobbin or spindle. ...
A: Olivia - you can send a picture to me at bacchino@twcny.rr.com, but I'm not that familiar with ...
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| Sewing Machine | 9/12/2005 |
Q: We were cleaning out my grandparents home and I found what appeared to be a desk/sewing maching. It ...
A: First let me start off by saying sewing machines are outside my area of expertise. However, from ...
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| old thimble | 9/10/2005 |
Q: Barbara, I have my Mother,s (83) Aunt's thimble. Looks gold but has tiny amt green inside lip. 10 ...
A: Your thimble is made by Simons Bros. Co. of Philadelphia. They did not make brass thimbles, so ...
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| Pedal sewing machine "Bartle" | 9/5/2005 |
Q: I have and old Pedal sewing machine. The name on the front of the machine is Bartle. It has 2 side ...
A: Sewing machines are not my area of expertise, but I can tell you there are a number of books out on ...
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| thimble | 9/2/2005 |
Q: my mum has just found some silver and gold items in my dads shed, (he passed away 2 years ago) we ...
A: Thimbles were made with glass, synthetic and real gemstones. You will need to have a gemologist ...
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| Gold Carrie J. Bell thimble with case | 8/12/2005 |
Q: The bottom half has flat sides on it total of 10 flat panals. One of the panal says Carrie J. Bell. ...
A: If you are able to send me a digital picture of each of these items, I may be able to tell you more ...
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| stork scissors | 8/6/2005 |
Q: I have a stork scissor dated back in the late 1800 (at least that is what we think we can see) made ...
A: Yes, I am familiar with stork scissors, as I have a couple of pair that I use. Of course, they are ...
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| Old Buttons | 8/4/2005 |
Q: I have a few old buttons that look as though they were hand carved. Where can I find pictures, info ...
A: There are a number of books out on buttons, there is a button convention every year, there are ...
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| Scissors | 8/1/2005 |
Q: I have an old pair of german sewing material cutting scissors, all metal, big loop for my fingers to ...
A: Scissors aren't an area of sewing tools I am familiar with, but I can tell you they are collectible. ...
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| crochet needle | 7/30/2005 |
Q: We are renovating an old home in the Pittsburg area and have come across a couple of old crochet ...
A: I have a friend who specializes in crochet hooks. If you are able to send a digital picture to me ...
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| thimbles and sewing scissors | 7/20/2005 |
Q: Ihave an old pair of sewing scissors that are in the shape of what looks like a stork or some kind ...
A: Scissors have been made in the shape of storks (and other shapes) for many years, so I am unable to ...
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| singer sewing machine | 7/19/2005 |
Q: Circa 1900 still in working condition, ballpark figure please, thanks in advance.
A: I'm afraid sewing machines are not within my area of expertise. But I can tell you there are many ...
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| gold thimble | 7/18/2005 |
Q: can you give some information on a thimble that i have? it has a number 9 on the size and has a bell ...
A: The number 9 on your thimble is the size. From the description, the bell shaped mark on the inside ...
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| is this worth anything?tiny brass pig tapemeasure | 7/12/2005 |
Q: i have a small brass pig about one and half inches long.if u wind or unwind his tail a tapemeasure ...
A: It sounds like you have a figural tape measure, and yes, they are collectible. There are at least ...
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| Boye Needle Co. | 6/26/2005 |
Q: I have a round metal case with Boye Brand "Needles, Shuttles and Bobbins for Your Machine" written ...
A: The first made, or oldest of the cases, would be stamped Patent Pending. Once the patent date was ...
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| Singer Sewing Machines | 6/26/2005 |
Q: How can I get information about old Singer Sewing Machines late 1800's and early 1900's?
A: Sewing machines are not my area of expertise, but I can tell you there are numerous sites on ...
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| sewing box, childs? | 6/4/2005 |
Q: Years ago was given a small (3"x1 1/2")box made of tortoise shell, old then. Inside are: needle ...
A: Is it possible for you to send me digital pictures? If so, send them to bacchino@twcny.rr.com. It ...
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| singer sewing machine | 5/28/2005 |
Q: I came across an old singer and was wondering what it was worth the numbers on it are af318705 ...
A: I'm afraids sewing machines are not within my area of expertise. However, I can tell you there are ...
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| Simanco Parts Question | 5/4/2005 |
Q: ..we recently found a small wooden box that opens up flat and then can be folded back into its box ...
A: It sounds like you have a wooden box with industrial sewing machine parts. The box has been called ...
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| antique sewing tools, history of and books on | 4/8/2005 |
Q: I am a Home Economist and have been 'volunteered' to teach a lesson on Antique Sewing. I sew for ...
A: I have a list of books on the topic. Can you accept Excel spreadsheet files? If not, I'll see if I ...
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| thimbles | 4/8/2005 |
Q: I have a set of Princess Diana and Prince Charles thimbles {wedding commemorative}. Is there any ...
A: Audrey - without knowing more about your thimbles, I cannot help you. I would need to know material ...
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| maker's mark on sterling thimble | 4/3/2005 |
Q: I have a thimble which is marked sterling. It also has a large "C" with a large "W" over the C and ...
A: The mark you describe is that of Webster Company, North Attleboro MA. They made thimbles using this ...
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| thimbles | 3/30/2005 |
Q: .I have 2 old thimbles that I believe came in old soap boxes they are silver (not sterling) one has ...
A: but here's what I can tell you. Chances are, your thimbles did not come in soap. They are aluminum ...
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| Antique Sewing Machine | 3/27/2005 |
Q: I was given an antique sewing machine that I cannot find the brand name. It looks like a 1913 ...
A: I really don't know anything about sewing machines, as they are not my area of expertise. However, ...
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| sewing box | 3/22/2005 |
Q: I have an old wooden fold up box (we think the wood is oak) on the box there is an oval shape with ...
A: You have a sewing machine accessories box. It is oak and it folds out flat to allow the machine ...
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| wooden sewing acc. stand | 3/17/2005 |
Q: this piece of furniture was perhaps built around middle to late 1800s.It is oval in shape with two ...
A: From your description, your item does sound like a sewing stand. However, without a picture, I ...
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| Crochet Hook | 3/11/2005 |
Q: I have an old fashioned crochet hook that was my Grandmothers or possibly my Great-grandmothers. It ...
A: I don't know much about crochet hooks, but I have a couple of friends that do. Your pictures did ...
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| thimbles | 3/2/2005 |
Q: Where could I safely send a thimble collection to be evaluated? I have 16 old ones some silver some ...
A: I wouldn't send a thimble collection anywhere to be evaluated! There's just too much chance for ...
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| Thimbles & Funnel | 2/28/2005 |
Q: I have a couple of old thimbles and a funnel left to me by my grandmother. One thimble and the small ...
A: I can't help you with the funnel, but I can help you with the thimble marked Taxco. It is from ...
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| I have a small pack of ; "Crowley's... | 2/28/2005 |
Q: I have a small pack of ; "Crowley's Lion Brand Nickel Plated 3/9 Crewel Embroidery needles, by W. ...
A: Needlebooks and needlepacks are certainly collectible, but they must be in pristine condition to be ...
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| Shoe Pincushion | 2/26/2005 |
Q: I have recently inherited some of my grandmother's belongings, and amongst them is, I am told, a ...
A: Pincushions used many types of fillings: emory powder, wool, straw, cotton, etc. There is a very ...
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| Sewing Machine | 1/25/2005 |
Q: I have an old electric Singer Sewing Machine that sew's backward, is it of any value?.
A: Sewing machines are not within my area of expertise. However, Singer does have a web site with ...
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| old thimbles | 1/22/2005 |
Q: I am looking for a time period of a thimble that is silver with fine wire overlay pattern. The ...
A: Would it be possible to see a digital picture of the thimble? From your description, it sounds ...
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| Gold Thimble | 12/26/2004 |
Q: I own an old gold thimble in its original leather case. I would love to know what the markings on ...
A: Happy Holidays! Yes, please email photos of your thimble and I'll do the best I can in identifying ...
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| sewing machine parts | 11/8/2004 |
Q: I have a box of antique sewing machine parts. and dont know what to do with them. Don't want to ...
A: I understand your unwillingness to throw those machine parts away, but I'm afraid sewing machines ...
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| Antique thimble and sewing tool | 10/17/2004 |
Q: I received a box of sewing items from my grandmother's house. In it was a china thimble in a case ...
A: I apologize for the delay in responding to your question, but I've been trying to research both ...
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| thread spools | 10/12/2004 |
Q: I was wondering if wooden or strafoam thread spools are worth anything. These are the thread spools ...
A: Styrofoam or plastic thread spools have no collectible value, that I know of. Wooden spools do have ...
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| Can you identify this small brass thing ? | 10/12/2004 |
Q: Not sure if this is a sewing tool ! My grandmother left me her sewing things - mostly crochet hooks, ...
A: How very nice that you have your grandmother's sewing items. Crochet hooks, knitting needles and ...
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| SEWING MACHINE | 10/8/2004 |
Q: I HAVE A VERY OLD SINGER SEWING MACHINE IN ITS OWN TABLE WITH A FLIP TOP IM NOT SURE HOW OLD IT IS ...
A: I'm afraid sewing machines are not my area of expertise. However, let me suggest you find an ...
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| Old sewing machine needle containers | 9/20/2004 |
Q: ! I have 4 round wooden needle holders for sewing machines. On two of the wooden containers there ...
A: The items you describe are, in fact, needle containers. You can search the patent on line for all ...
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| pinking machine | 8/20/2004 |
Q: a singer pinking machine, looks like a pencile sharpener. feed material in, and turn the crank and ...
A: John - value depends largely on condition. I can't tell you if it is valuable or not without ...
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| sewing machine in table with 3 drawers per side; how could I get value | 8/10/2004 |
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A: Sewing machines, sewing tables, etc. are not my area of expertise. But I can tell you there are ...
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| old carousel thimbles | 8/7/2004 |
Q: I have a set of 6 carousel thimbles which are made out of a heavy silver metal (not sure what type ...
A: Your thimbles are contemporary (modern) and probably made from pewter. There are a couple of ...
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| Antique Pin Cushion | 8/7/2004 |
Q: Cushioned body.Porcelain upper body, face,and arms.Pink taffeta dress.Two layered.Long sleeves.Hand ...
A: Virginia - without a picture, I am limited in what I can tell you about this item. It does sound ...
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| sewing equipment | 8/6/2004 |
Q: I have an old singer sewing tool that is metatlpainted green and is a needle threader on one side ...
A: It's hard to be sure, but your item sounds like it is from the 1930s-1940s, if what I am picturing ...
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| sewing table? | 8/5/2004 |
Q: A friend has a collapsable table that has a yard measurement along the top, long side. On the ...
A: Yes, your friend has a sewing table. The patent info is most probably for the metal folding ...
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| Swedish Knitting Machine | 7/27/2004 |
Q: Well, I see you can't answer questions on sewing machines, however your description of your area of ...
A: However, I know many collectors and would like to circulate your question to them. Please email me ...
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| Thimbles | 7/24/2004 |
Q: I have a thimble which has a picture of the wedding day of the Duke and Duchess of York 1923 and the ...
A: You don't mention what material the thimbles are made from, which will have a big impact on the ...
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| dress forms | 7/18/2004 |
Q: I have a dress form {i think they are called a JUDY } I bought her at a garage sale .there's a faded ...
A: I have seen these dress forms before, but since they are too big for ME to collect, I've never paid ...
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| casige | 7/17/2004 |
Q: I have a very old casige toy sewing machine and I'd like to find out how old it is and how much its ...
A: Sewing machines (toy or otherwise) are not my area of expertise. However, I do know there are a ...
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| pin doll | 7/12/2004 |
Q: I have a bobble head pin doll with a tape measure in the base and a pin cushin on the back, the ...
A: I have not come across an item like you describe, but I surmise it is quite contemporary (not old). ...
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| Sewing Machines | 7/9/2004 |
Q: Do you know of anyone that can help with appraising an antique sewing machine? Manual with pedal ...
A: Try contacting Jim Slaten at jws100@pacbell.net for an appraisal on your sewing machine. There are ...
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| I have an item that I cannot identify. | 7/7/2004 |
Q: I have an item that is shaped like a guitar or a hourglass type shape. It is made of wood about 71/2 ...
A: Suzi - even though your description sounds pretty detailed, I am drawing a blank as to trying to ...
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| spool box | 7/2/2004 |
Q: unusual approx. 22"L -60" around barrel body with 4 drawers ea. 21"L oak wood, cradle like stand ...
A: J. I can't give you a value without seeing the item, as condition is everything. It sounds like ...
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| BELDING SILK | 6/29/2004 |
Q: I have a beldings silk spool cabinet with 4 drawers the top three drawers have glass in them the ...
A: I'm afraid I can't give you a price on your spool chest without seeing a picture. Value is highly ...
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| Avon Thimbles | 6/17/2004 |
Q: I have an eight-piece set of thimbles that seem to be hand-painted, miniature half-women, each in a ...
A: You have a set of Avon "Fashion Ladies" thimbles. They are referred to as "figurals" as they ...
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| Value of old pair of sewing scissors | 6/11/2004 |
Q: My grandmother left me an old pair of sewing scissors. They are 3 1/2" long, silver colored, in the ...
A: You have a pair of stork scissors. They were often used by embroiderers as they were small and ...
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| carpet sewing tool | 5/10/2004 |
Q: I recently found an old sewing tool it has stamped on it The consolidated carpet sewing machine ...
A: I'm afraid I would need a picture of the item to even begin to help you, but I can tell you this. ...
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| ROCKING CHAIR PIN CUSHONS | 4/30/2004 |
Q: WE HAVE TWO PIN CUSHONS THAT ARE WOODEN ROCKING CHAIRS. WE WANTED TO KNOW IF THEY ARE WORTH ...
A: I'm afraid the pieces you describe probably have more sentimental value than anything else. These ...
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| SINGER sewing machine | 4/23/2004 |
Q: I have a SINGER sewing machine that comes from my grandparents days and is working and don't know if ...
A: Oscar - I'm afraid sewing machines are not within my area of expertise. But you are in luck - there ...
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| 1881 Patent sewing tool | 4/21/2004 |
Q: The object that I am inquiring about is made of about 1/4 inch wood. The shape is similar to a ...
A: Melody - is there any way you can send me a digital picture? If so, send to bacchino@twcny.rr.com. ...
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| Very old sewing barrel box | 4/15/2004 |
Q: I have an antique looking sewing box shaped like a barrel. It can be taken apart or put back ...
A: I've seen many sewing baskets/stands and this doesn't ring a bell. Many things were used as sewing ...
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| Simons Bros. & Co Thimbles | 4/12/2004 |
Q: I have figured out that I have a Simons Bros & Co thimble. I am trying to date it. It has little ...
A: The thimble you have is known as the "Fluted Octagon" and is one of the most plentiful thimble ...
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| Identifying maker of a thimble | 3/18/2004 |
Q: I'm trying to identify a thimble which has an ornate gold bottom and a silver top. The inside ...
A: You have a thimble by Simons Bros. Co. of Philadelphia. It is a sterling thimble, most probably ...
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| THIMBLE | 2/26/2004 |
Q: I HAVE A STERLING SILVER THIMBLE, IT HAS STERLING, AND THE NUMBER 10 ON IT. THERE IS ALSO A DESIGN ...
A: The number 10 stamped on the band of the thimble is the size, as thimbles were made in a number of ...
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