Thimble (190) - Lot of 190 thimbles





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Lot of 190 thimbles in diverse materials, with estimated periods 1940–1950 and 1980–1990.
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Lot of 190 collectible thimbles – metal, porcelain, glass, lacquer and stone
An important collection of about 190 collector's thimbles, gathered over many years, with a wide variety of materials, periods, and origins.
The lot includes antique and modern thimbles, some marked, in:
• Metal (brass, bronze, alpaca and various alloys)
• Decorated English porcelain
• Faience
• Art glass of the Czech Republic
painted Chinese lacquer
• Translucent green stone (jade or jadeite)
• Some sculptural and decorative relief pieces
There are tourist, historical, artistic, and commemorative thimbles, with varied themes (figures, animals, coats of arms, landscapes, symbols), representing several European and international countries.
Overall good condition, with normal signs of wear and aging on some older parts.
Lot of 190 collectible thimbles – metal, porcelain, glass, lacquer and stone
An important collection of about 190 collector's thimbles, gathered over many years, with a wide variety of materials, periods, and origins.
The lot includes antique and modern thimbles, some marked, in:
• Metal (brass, bronze, alpaca and various alloys)
• Decorated English porcelain
• Faience
• Art glass of the Czech Republic
painted Chinese lacquer
• Translucent green stone (jade or jadeite)
• Some sculptural and decorative relief pieces
There are tourist, historical, artistic, and commemorative thimbles, with varied themes (figures, animals, coats of arms, landscapes, symbols), representing several European and international countries.
Overall good condition, with normal signs of wear and aging on some older parts.

