| Antique Brass Ended Thread Spool by W. Evans & Co.
English * Circa 1870 This early
thread spool is made of wood, and the ends are caped with brass. The
brass on both top and bottom is embossed with the name "W. Evans & Co. - Derby" over a coat of arms. It's also
marked 24 (the thread size, very fine). The condition is excellent with no loss or damage. It measures 1 1/4" high x almost 1" in diameter and it's full of the original thread.
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