Charles Horner sterling silver thimble in red leather egg case, Chester 1901
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
1901
This collectible sewing implement is a sterling silver thimble produced by the renowned maker Charles Horner. Hallmarked in Chester in 1901, the thimble features intricate metalwork across its surface.
The dome and upper sides are adorned with a repeating pattern of sunburst or floral star motifs, while the lower band displays a geometric border of textured triangular and cross-hatched sections above a plain polished rim. The silver is stamped with clear hallmarks along the base rim, identifying its origin and date of assay. The thimble is accompanied by its original fitted red leather egg-shaped case, which provides protection and storage for the piece.
The thimble measures approximately 0.75 inches in height and 0.5 inches in diameter, while the fitted case measures 1.25 inches in height by 1 inch in diameter. This object reflects the refined craftsmanship typical of Edwardian-era sewing tools, combining practical functionality with delicate decorative ornamentation.
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Physical characteristics
- Case material
- red leather
- Case dimensions
- 1.25"h x 1"d
- Thimble material
- sterling silver
- Thimble dimensions
- 0.75"h x 0.5"d
Design
- Hallmarks
- Chester 1901
- Surface decoration
- sunburst motifs and geometric bands
Identification
- Source note
- Described from a single auction-house listing published on Invaluable (reproduced with Invaluable's permission). Details apply to that one example; other examples of the type may differ, and the listing is supplementary evidence, not authentication.
- Maker named in listing
- Charles Horner
Catalogue references
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