Unusual Antique Sterling Silver Thimble By Waite, Thresher Co. Circa 1890
Item History & Price
| Reference Number: Avaluer:45724503 | Maker: Stern Bros. |
| Type: Thimble | Material: Silver |
| Time Period Manufactured: Pre-1930 | Original/Reproduction: Antique Original |
Antique Sterling Silver Thimble by Waite, Thresher Co. * Circa 1890 This sterling silver thimble has a beaded rim and a pretty band with a deeply embossed scrolling vine design. Inside the top is marked with the early star logo of the Waite, Thresher Co. of Providence, Rhode Island, "Sterling" and the size (10). This thimble isn't shown in Gay Ann Rogers' book American Silver Thimbles but one of similar style on is on p. 122 (plate 31). The condition is excellent, crisp and in... round with no holes, dents or other damage. It has no personalization.
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