Thimble Case and Thimble
1867-1932
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Thimble Case and Thimble
1867-1932
Physical Qualities
Leather, gold, brass, glass, Thimble case: 1 1/2 x 2 1/8 x 1 1/2 in. (3.8 x 5.4 x 3.8 cm) Thimble: 7/8 x 3/4 x 3/4 in. (2.2 x 1.9 x 1.9 cm)
Credit Line
Gift of Gloria B. and Herbert M. Katzenberg, Baltimore
Object Number
2013.118
A thimble case fashioned in the shape of a small red handbag with long strap or handle, brass decoration, front hook closing. Brass thimble with purple glass top and acanthus leaf band was found inside.
The Baltimore Museum of Art by gift, 2013; Gloria Katzenberg, Baltimore, by purchase, 1971; London
Inscribed: "116" or "911" in red dymo plastic tape on bottom.
