Historical information
Ornate mother of pearl handled crochet hooks were often part of a set in second half of 19th century, when crochet was a very popular pasttime
Significance
Elegant mother of pearl handled crochet hook possibly part of a sewing box contents
Physical description
Carved mother of pearl handled and steel shanked crochet hook
Subjects
References
- Illustrated history of needlework tools. Gay Ann Rogers. Page 196 ISBN/ISSN: 0-7195-4021-6
