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Metal Sewing Thimbles Found in Britain – by Brian Read

(1st Published 2018 by Archeopress)

This is the first reference book that deals specifically with all types of sewing-thimble found in Britain, made from copper-alloy or silver, or either of these metals combined with iron or steel; also included is a seemingly rare gold specimen. Domed, ring-type and open-top (here the latter classed as a new type) sewing-thimbles are described, among them unusual examples and others previously absent from the known record. From Britain the earliest reliable dating for these humble yet fascinating tools is between c.1270 - c.1350, and continues through the medieval and early post-medieval period and into the 18th and 19th centuries. 
Hundreds of colour photographs and archaeological drawings.

 118 pages, A4, softback, £19.95