Historical information

Redditch in England was where the leading English sewing needle manufacturers were located. English sewing needles dominated the world markets in 19th and early 20th century

Significance

Milwards was one of the largest manufacturers of needles when England's needles were the world's finest.

Physical description

Grey paper needle packet containing 9 steel needles. Green paper label of Milwards

Inscriptions & markings

H. Milward & Sons. Double Long, Needles No 3/7. Made at Redditch, England