Lot 406
A small novelty ivory thimble case, modelled as a house with hinged roof opening to reveal a...
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Lot 406
A small novelty ivory thimble case, modelled as a house, a small ivory cylindrical box and...
Lot 406
Lot Description
A small novelty ivory thimble case, modelled as a house with hinged roof opening to reveal a recess containing a silver thimble, raised upon a square base with pierced draw and four compressed bun feet, 3.25" (8cm) high, a small ivory cylindrical box and cover, with pieced foliate and vertical banded decoration, 1.5" (4cm) high, and ivory counting hoops with carved figural terminal, 9.25" (23.5cm) long.
Export issue: Yes
Postage: Auction Default
Weight: No
Total lot weight: No
Condition Report
Thimble case with wear, some small losses, half of front fence panel missing, and repairs and visible glue residue to fence.
Small cylindrical box with wear, a split to body, and cracks and damage to cover, and possible small infill.
Counting hoops with wear, and some small losses to high points.
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