Elegant Antique Gold Filled Thimble

American * Circa 1890s

This handsome thimble is gold plated or filled. It has an embossed rim and a double band. The top band is textured with a smooth engraved flower stretching around the sides. It has grosgrain borders and the cartouche is engraved with the initial E.

The only mark it has is the size (10). The condition is excellent, crisp and in round with no dents, holes or other damage.


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