{"product_id":"vintage-sterling-silver-thimble-james-swann-son-birmingham-1958","title":"Vintage Sterling Silver Thimble – James Swann \u0026 Son – Birmingham 1958","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA lovely vintage sterling silver sewing thimble hallmarked in Birmingham for 1958 and manufactured by the well-known silversmiths James Swann \u0026amp; Son. This attractive example features a traditional honeycomb working surface with a decorative floral border around the lower section, giving it a more distinctive appearance than a standard thimble.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe thimble is marked with size \"7\" and remains in very good condition, making it suitable for both collectors and practical use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaker History\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJames Swann \u0026amp; Son were one of Birmingham's most prolific thimble makers, producing high-quality silver thimbles throughout the late nineteenth and twentieth centuries. Their work is well regarded amongst collectors and is often noted for attractive decorative designs and consistent quality of manufacture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Maker: James Swann \u0026amp; Son\u003cbr\u003e• Hallmarks: Birmingham, 1958\u003cbr\u003e• Material: Sterling Silver\u003cbr\u003e• Size: 7\u003cbr\u003e• Decorative floral border\u003cbr\u003e• Traditional honeycomb top and sides\u003cbr\u003e• Sewing thimble\u003cbr\u003e• Country of Origin: England\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Height: 19.6mm\u003cbr\u003e• Internal Base Diameter: 15.4mm\u003cbr\u003e• Weight: 2.54g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Very good overall condition\u003cbr\u003e• No significant dents or distortions noted\u003cbr\u003e• Minor surface wear consistent with age and handling\u003cbr\u003e• Hallmarks remain clear and legible\u003cbr\u003e• Attractive clean appearance throughout\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSummary\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA charming mid-century sterling silver thimble by James Swann \u0026amp; Son, featuring an attractive pierced floral border and crisp Birmingham hallmarks for 1958. A nice example for collectors of silver sewing antiques, vintage thimbles, or Birmingham silverware.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\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":"James Swann \u0026 Son","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53201091035403,"sku":"1720\/4","price":28.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/6560\/9995\/files\/6BFFFDEB-B486-4910-A4D8-147E26F34C87_1_201_a.jpg?v=1782198940","url":"https:\/\/bowles.ltd\/products\/vintage-sterling-silver-thimble-james-swann-son-birmingham-1958","provider":"Bowles Ltd.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}