Victorian Clan Stuart Tartan Ware Thimble Case Silver Thimble Antique SewingA charming Victorian Scottish Tartan Ware thimble case decorated in the Clan Stuart tartan and accompanied by a silver thimble. The cylindrical case is made from turned wood covered with the distinctive printed tartan decoration associated with Scottish Tartan Ware. The removable lid is marked “Clan Stuart” in gilt lettering and opens to reveal its original deep crimson velvet lining. Inside the lower section is a recessed metal holder containing a decorative silver thimble. The thimble has a finely patterned lower section and is marked “SILVER N.G.Co” around the rim. Tartan Ware was particularly popular during the second half of the 19th century, when small pieces such as sewing accessories, boxes and souvenirs were produced for the growing Scottish tourist trade. A lovely example combining two very collectable areas of antique sewing – Tartan Ware and silver thimbles. ConditionIn good antique condition with age-related wear. The Tartan Ware retains strong colour and a good glossy finish, with some rubbing, scratches and small areas of wear to the decoration and black-painted edges. The Clan Stuart lettering remains visible. The interior velvet retains a rich colour with some expected age-related wear. The exposed wood around the inner fitting has marks and surface wear. The silver thimble has tarnishing and signs of previous use. Please refer closely to the photographs for condition. DimensionsH: 4 cm x D: 2.5 cm EraVictorian, circa 1880–1900
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