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Antique English Folding Brass Linen Thread Counter c.1920

$287.66
£210
€246.37
CA$394.04
A$439.39
CHF 229.26
MX$5,391.53
NOK 2,918.08
SEK 2,764.81
DKK 1,838.74
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About the Item

Dating to the early twentieth century, c.1900/1920, this is an antique cast brass linen thread counter, of course usable to magnify whatever you wish. Heavy solid cast brass with a good undamaged magnifying glass, professionally cleaned and polished, restoring it to it's former glory. Rather more special, this example is marked "British Made" and "Inch"; most are unmarked. While folded, it measures 2" x 1 1/2" x 1/2". Item: 44419 FREE Worldwide Registered Airmail Directly From the UK
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 0.5 in (1.27 cm)Width: 2 in (5.08 cm)Depth: 1.5 in (3.81 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    c.1920
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Bath, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 444191stDibs: LU3365339324962

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