A fine set of four antique silver enamel thimbles, sold together with their original Christie’s South Kensington auction catalogue and purchase receipt.

This group was purchased as Lot 11 at Christie’s South Kensington, “Thimbles and Sewing Accessories” sale, 27 June 2000, hammer price £220 (approx. £265 including premium and VAT).

The set comprises:

• A silver thimble with enamelled windmill scene
• A silver-gilt thimble with purple guilloché enamel band
• A silver thimble with flowers on blue guilloché ground, moonstone top
• A silver thimble with stamped floral border and enamelled ladybird

Late 19th / early 20th century examples, as catalogued by Christie’s.

All four thimbles are decorative collector pieces, showing light age-related wear consistent with use and age. No obvious splits noted; please see photographs for condition detail.

Included:
✔ Original Christie’s South Kensington catalogue
✔ Original Christie’s invoice / receipt

A rare opportunity to acquire a documented Christie’s group, ideal for a collector, reference collection, or display.

Carefully packed and posted.

Condition:
Good antique condition. Light wear to enamel and silver surfaces consistent with age.
Please refer to photographs as they form part of the description.