Sewing set






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Antique 800/1000 silver sewing kit with its original molded case, containing finely worked sewing tools such as small scissors, awls, a thimble, needle case and spools, with geometric, beading and floral decorations, and with the inside label “Argento 800/1000”; the case and lining show age spots and wear, while the tools retain their natural patina and have not been cleaned.
Description from the seller
Antique silver 800/1000 sewing kit with case
Refined antique sewing set preserved in its original shaped case, externally covered and internally lined with ivory-colored fabric.
The set includes several finely worked sewing tools, including scissors, awls, thimble, needle holder, and bobbins, with decorative elements featuring geometric motifs, beading, and small floral details.
Some components bear the 800 punch mark, while inside the case there is an inscription reading “Argento 800/1000.”
Particularly elegant are the tool handles, decorated in relief in a classic style, and the circular needle holder with a blue velvet insert.
An interesting collectible, representative of bourgeois-era personal and embroidery accessories with a tasteful taste.
The case and the inner lining show signs of time, stains, and wear consistent with their age. The silver elements retain their natural patina.
The item has not been cleaned or polished, in order to preserve its patina and the natural signs of time. The purchaser may choose to leave it as is or proceed with cleaning and polishing according to personal preference.
Conditions as in the photos.
Box dimensions: 26 x 26 cm
Scissors: 12 cm x 5 cm
Needle holder diameter: 6 cm
Bobbins: 5.5 x 2 cm
Pins: 13.5 x 2 cm
Pins (spilli): 7 cm
Small scissors: 5.5 cm
Seller's Story
Antique silver 800/1000 sewing kit with case
Refined antique sewing set preserved in its original shaped case, externally covered and internally lined with ivory-colored fabric.
The set includes several finely worked sewing tools, including scissors, awls, thimble, needle holder, and bobbins, with decorative elements featuring geometric motifs, beading, and small floral details.
Some components bear the 800 punch mark, while inside the case there is an inscription reading “Argento 800/1000.”
Particularly elegant are the tool handles, decorated in relief in a classic style, and the circular needle holder with a blue velvet insert.
An interesting collectible, representative of bourgeois-era personal and embroidery accessories with a tasteful taste.
The case and the inner lining show signs of time, stains, and wear consistent with their age. The silver elements retain their natural patina.
The item has not been cleaned or polished, in order to preserve its patina and the natural signs of time. The purchaser may choose to leave it as is or proceed with cleaning and polishing according to personal preference.
Conditions as in the photos.
Box dimensions: 26 x 26 cm
Scissors: 12 cm x 5 cm
Needle holder diameter: 6 cm
Bobbins: 5.5 x 2 cm
Pins: 13.5 x 2 cm
Pins (spilli): 7 cm
Small scissors: 5.5 cm
