Bidspirit auction | A Collection of Sterling Silver

A Collection of Sterling Silver Sewing Thimbles Including Simons Bros. Co. - A collection of sterling silver sewing thimbles featuring various decorative relief patterns typical of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The assortment includes a thimble with a detailed village landscape scene depicting houses and trees, one with a prominent floral dogwood pattern, and others featuring Victorian scrollwork and geometric banded motifs. Each thimble is constructed with a standard honeycomb-patterned crown and upper body for needle grip. Visible markings include the number 10, indicating the size, and one thimble is stamped with the patent date PAT MAR 12 84. This patent for thimble construction is historically associated with the American firm Simons Bros. Co. of Philadelphia. The items show a natural silver patina with varying degrees of tarnish. Height: Approximately 1 inch Total weight: 0.885 ozt. The collection is in good antique condition, showing a natural aged patina and tarnish consistent with silver. There is minor surface wear and some light misshaping to the bottom rims from historical use. No significant punctures, repairs, or structural damage are visible.