St. Olaf College 3-D object collection ➔ Metal tailor's thimble
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A silver metal tailor's thimble with indentations on the side and an open top.
A silver metal tailor's thimble with indentations on the side and an open top.
Storage ➜ Special Collections Suite ➜ 277A
A tailor's thimble, or thimble ring, has an open top and side indentations for pushing needles. The lack of a crown aids the wearer in handling fabric.
"Metal thimble." - Description from 2006 appraisal by Mary Jo Thorsheim
"Metal thimble." - Description from 2006 appraisal by Mary Jo Thorsheim
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North and Central America > United States of America > Minnesota > Rice County > Northfield > St. Olaf College