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Antique Sterling Thimble

Art Deco Sterling Thimble-Form Spirit Measure Engraved "Only A Thimble Full"
Located in Nantucket, MA
Art Deco sterling silver spirit measure or jigger made in the form of a thimble and engraved "Only
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Sterling Thimble

Materials

Sterling Silver

French Enamel Thread Holder and Thimble
Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA
French Enamel Thread Holder and Thimble 2" (5 cm.) The brass-cased tube With enamel finish designed
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Mid-19th Century French Mid-Century Modern Antique Sterling Thimble

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Sterling Silver Thimble Shot Glass Jigger Art Nouveau
By E.G. Webster & Sons
Located in New York, NY
"JUST A THIMBLE FULL" A sterling silver 'thimble' jigger shot glass, Art Nouveau period, by E.G
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Late 19th Century American Art Nouveau Antique Sterling Thimble

Materials

Sterling Silver

Art Deco Thimble Form Spirit Measure / Jigger marked "STERLING"
Located in Nantucket, MA
Art Deco spirit measure / jigger in the form of a thimble marked "STERLING".
Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Sterling Thimble

Materials

Sterling Silver

System walking stick with thimble holder function, USA 1900.
Located in Milan, IT
System walking stick, flamed fruit wood barrel, with 925/1000 sterling silver knob and band, acting
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Early 20th Century American Antique Sterling Thimble

Materials

Sterling Silver, Brass

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Ten Sterling Silver Thimbles, an Amazing Start of a Fantastic Collection
By Charles Horner
Located in York, GB
thimble, circa 1990, made in England, and marked 925, the sterling silver guarantee. 2. Plain band
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Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Antique Sterling Thimble

Materials

Silver

Rare Victorian Cased Silver "Castle Top" Thimble Balmoral, Unmarked, circa 1850
Located in Sittingbourne, Kent
A rare Victorian silver "Castle Top" Thimble with a chased scene depicting Balmoral - The Queens
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1850s English Victorian Antique Sterling Thimble

Art Deco Sterling Thimble-Form Spirit Measure Engraved "Drink Up" by Fisher
Located in Nantucket, MA
Sterling silver spirit measure or jigger of thimble form with a gold washed interior and engraved
Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Sterling Thimble

Materials

Sterling Silver

Oversize Sterling Silver Thimble Shot Cup, Hallmarked 1884
Located in London, GB
A superb silver cup modelled as an oversize thimble, with gilded interior and a nineteenth century
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1880s British Antique Sterling Thimble

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver and Enamel Thimble Spirit Flask, Hallmarked 1876
By William Leuchars
Located in London, GB
A beautifully made conical silver spirit flask with the screw-threaded top in the form of a thimble
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1870s English Antique Sterling Thimble

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Sterling Silver & Vermeil Giant Thimble Shot Glass, Late 19th Century
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
Sterling silver & vermeil giant thimble shot glass, late 19th century. Comically engraved "Only A
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Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Sterling Thimble

Materials

Vermeil, Silver

Russian Silver Gilt & Multi-Coloured Cloisonne Enamel Thimble, Circa 1910
Located in London, GB
Russian silver gilt & multi-coloured cloisonne enamel thimble, Circa 1910 This thimble is in fine
Category

1910s European Edwardian Antique Sterling Thimble

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Antique Stern Bros. & Co. Sterling Silver Cupid Special Thimble
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine sterling silver 'Cupid Special' thimble. By Stern Bros & Company. Stern Bros & Co. was
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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Antique Sterling Thimble

Materials

Sterling Silver

Set of Four Victorian Sterling Silver 'Only a Thimble Full' Jiggers
Located in Astoria, NY
A set of four Victorian era late 19th century jigger shot glasses, each in sterling silver, styled
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1880s Victorian Antique Sterling Thimble

Materials

Sterling Silver

Art Deco Blue Guilloche Enameled Sterling Silver Sewing Thimble by Simmons Bros
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique American thimble. By Simmons Brothers. In sterling silver with a band of guilloche
Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Sterling Thimble

Materials

Enamel, Sterling Silver

Art Deco Sterling Silver Only A Thimble Full Cocktail Measure or Shot Glass
By Simons Bros. Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
An engraved antique sterling silver 'Only a Thimble Full' cocktail measure or shot glass
Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Sterling Thimble

Materials

Sterling Silver

Simons Bros, Sterling Silver Thimble Two oz. Jigger Measure or Shot Cup Bar Tool
By Simons Bros. Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A sterling silver thimble jigger or shot glass bar tool for measuring out liquor when mixing
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Early 20th Century American International Style Antique Sterling Thimble

Materials

Sterling Silver

Silver and Parcel Gilt Thimble, German, circa 1609
Located in GB
A very rare silver and parcel gilt Thimble, German, circa 1609, the base inset with an armorial
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17th Century German Antique Sterling Thimble

Materials

Silver

Antique Enamel and Sterling Cat Thimble
Located in New York, NY
Sterling silver thimble with yellow enamel decoration . Two black and white cats holding paws
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1910s American Antique Sterling Thimble

Materials

Sterling Silver

English Sterling Silver "Just A Thimble Full" Shot Cup
By C. G. Silversmiths
Located in New York, NY
Novelty thimble-style shot cup with engraved saying "Just A Thimble Full". A high quality piece
Category

19th Century English Antique Sterling Thimble

Materials

Sterling Silver

Burr Walnut Sewing Box
Located in Northampton, United Kingdom
compartments for embroidery silks, spools, two sterling silver thimbles, pin cushions and a beautiful cut glass
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19th Century British Antique Sterling Thimble

Materials

Brass

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Art Deco Silver Plate "Just A Thimbleful" 2 Once Jigger by PH Vogel & Co.
By P.H. Vogel & Co.
Located in Nantucket, MA
Art Deco silver plate 2oz. jigger in the form of a thimble with the inscription "Just A Thimbleful". Marked on the bottom P.H.V. & Co. for P.H. Vogel and Co.
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Early 19th Century English Art Deco Antique Sterling Thimble

Materials

Silver Plate

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Antique Sterling Thimble For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic antique sterling thimble available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, silver and sterling silver, every antique sterling thimble was constructed with great care. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer antique sterling thimble, there are earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. Each antique sterling thimble bearing Victorian or Art Deco hallmarks is very popular. You’ll likely find more than one antique sterling thimble that is appealing in its simplicity, but Simons Bros. Co., C. G. Silversmiths and William Leuchars produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a Antique Sterling Thimble?

An antique sterling thimble can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $620, while the lowest priced sells for $225 and the highest can go for as much as $6,062.
Questions About Antique Sterling Thimble
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Sterling silver is an alloyed form of silver, and is made up of 92.5% fine silver and 7.5% copper. An antique sterling silver item will have the same silver content and will be over 100 years old. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique sterling silver from some of the worlds top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
    Yes, some antique sterling silver is valuable. Sterling silver of any age has value as a material because it is a precious metal. Some pieces may be worth even more than the going rate for sterling due to their maker, style, type and condition. Some silversmiths whose pieces are often in demand among collectors include Tiffany & Co., Georg Jensen, Gorham Manufacturing Company and Towle. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of antique sterling silver wares.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Sterling silver is considered antique if it was made over 100 years ago. Many antique sterling silver items will have a mark or stamp. First, clean the item and check for marks. A “925” mark indicates a silver purity of 92.5 percent, which is the composition of sterling silver. If you don’t see a mark, work with a certified appraiser to acid test the item and determine the silver content. You’ll find expertly vetted antique sterling silver items on 1stDibs.