Historical information

Set of fine crochet hooks with sheath to protect their points used for crochet which became popular in early 19th century

Significance

Unusual early set of interchangeable crochet hooks attached to the one handle.

Physical description

Triple folding crochet hooks in sheath with three hooks from a single joint. These fold into a decorated (black japanned with green and gold pattern) sheath which is open at end to allow selected size to be handled individually

Inscriptions & markings

Sheath black japanned with green and gold pattern