Antique
Barker Stiffened Gold Thimble Diamond Box & Flower “Katie” Monogram This is an antique
American gold thimble believed to be made by the Barker Manufacturing Co,
Providence, RI…fancy diamond box and flower band design…chased scroll rim. This stiffened gold
thimble has a fancy pattern on band…chased scroll rim…Barker “X” mark, script
etched “Katie” monogram and marked “8” in cartouche on band…see my pics. A similar thimble is pictured on page 18 of
“Philadelphia Thimble Society Presents American Gold Thimbles”. This antique thimble is in excellent vintage
condition with slight use and age wear and makes a nice addition to your
collection. Please contact me
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