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Antique thimble of German origin in a Gothic antique style, dating to 1900–1910, made from a metal alloy including silvered bronze and cast iron with silver content (.925/.800), measuring 2 cm high by 1.5 cm wide and 0.2 cm deep, and weighing 5 g.

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Antique handcrafted thimble from Central Europe, dating to the 19th century.
Made of a traditional metal alloy with a naturally aged surface. The piece shows authentic signs of long-term use, including stable patina and wear typical for genuine period sewing tools.

The thimble features classic dotted tooling characteristic of rural Central European craftsmanship. No restorations, no repairs, no cleaning. A fully original example suitable for collectors of sewing antiques, ethnographic objects, or small historical artefacts.

Condition: Good, complete, with age‑consistent wear.
Material: Metal alloy
Origin: Central Europe
Period: 19th century
Shipping: Carefully packed, tracked international parcel from Switzerland.

Antique handcrafted thimble from Central Europe, dating to the 19th century.
Made of a traditional metal alloy with a naturally aged surface. The piece shows authentic signs of long-term use, including stable patina and wear typical for genuine period sewing tools.

The thimble features classic dotted tooling characteristic of rural Central European craftsmanship. No restorations, no repairs, no cleaning. A fully original example suitable for collectors of sewing antiques, ethnographic objects, or small historical artefacts.

Condition: Good, complete, with age‑consistent wear.
Material: Metal alloy
Origin: Central Europe
Period: 19th century
Shipping: Carefully packed, tracked international parcel from Switzerland.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Style subtype
Gothic
Gross weight
5 g
Bronze type
Silvered bronze
Iron type
Cast iron
Silver type
.800 silver, .925 silver
Style
Antique
Country of Origin
Germany
Material
Aluminium, Bronze, Iron, Silver
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
2 cm
Width
1.5 cm
Depth
0.2 cm
Estimated period
1900-1910
Title additional information
Antique Thimble – Handcra
Sold by
Helvetus
SwitzerlandVerified
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Object in auction
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