Tool - Thimble

Historical information

Thimble probably made in Russia or Baltic States as that is where the 875 purity of silver was commonly used.

Significance

Unusual decorative thimble possibly from Russia or Baltic States.

Physical description

Thimble of sheet construction with an applied triangular edging of circles of wire. Plain sides and apex also covered with wire circles in a 5 pointed star pattern

Inscriptions & markings

Lower band of circle pattern. Above applied triangular decoration with circles. 875 stamped inside apex.

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