{"product_id":"antique-dorcas-sterling-silver-thimble-charles-horner-size-4","title":"Antique Dorcas Sterling Silver Thimble – Charles Horner – Size 4","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA collectible antique \u003cstrong\u003eDorcas sterling silver thimble\u003c\/strong\u003e by the renowned Halifax silversmith \u003cstrong\u003eCharles Horner\u003c\/strong\u003e. This example features the distinctive all-over geometric starburst pattern associated with many Horner thimbles and is clearly marked \u003cstrong\u003eDORCAS\u003c\/strong\u003e together with the size mark \u003cstrong\u003e4\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCharles Horner's patented Dorcas thimbles incorporated a steel lining beneath the silver shell, designed to prevent wear-through and significantly improve durability. Introduced in the late Victorian period, Dorcas thimbles remain highly sought after by collectors today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis example displays attractively, with a crisp decorative pattern and clear Dorcas markings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaker History\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCharles Horner (1837–1896) was one of Britain's most important makers of silver thimbles and small silverware. Based in Halifax, Yorkshire, he patented the famous \u003cstrong\u003eDorcas\u003c\/strong\u003e thimble in 1884. The design combined a sterling silver exterior with a steel lining, creating a much stronger and longer-lasting thimble than traditional silver examples. Dorcas thimbles remain among the most collectable antique thimbles on the market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Maker: Charles Horner\u003cbr\u003e• Model: Dorcas Thimble\u003cbr\u003e• Size: 4\u003cbr\u003e• Date \/ Period: Late Victorian to Early 20th Century\u003cbr\u003e• Material: Sterling Silver with patented steel lining\u003cbr\u003e• Decoration: All-over geometric starburst pattern\u003cbr\u003e• Markings: DORCAS and size 4 visible\u003cbr\u003e• Collectable Charles Horner example\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Height: 21.85mm\u003cbr\u003e• Internal Base Diameter: 16.9mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Good overall antique condition\u003cbr\u003e• Decorative pattern remains crisp and well defined\u003cbr\u003e• Surface scratches and wear consistent with age and use\u003cbr\u003e• Tarnishing and age-related marks present\u003cbr\u003e• Dorcas and size markings remain clearly visible\u003cbr\u003e• No obvious splits, holes, or major damage observed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSummary\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA desirable antique Charles Horner Dorcas sterling silver thimble with attractive geometric decoration and clear Dorcas markings. A good collector's example from one of Britain's most famous thimble makers and an excellent addition to a sewing, silver, or Charles Horner collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePostage \u0026amp; Shipping\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs usual, this item will be packaged carefully and dispatched with tracking. International shipping is available upon request.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Charles Horner","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53201394696459,"sku":"1720\/7C","price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/6560\/9995\/files\/A822A062-4D6A-441D-AC48-DEC02CFE1241_1_201_a.jpg?v=1782208265","url":"https:\/\/bowles.ltd\/products\/antique-dorcas-sterling-silver-thimble-charles-horner-size-4","provider":"Bowles Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}