Tailor's thimble, Hancock, MA

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Object ID:

1960.11414.1

Community:

Massachusetts, Hancock

Description

Brass thimble with one rolled edge and band of puncture marks about 1/2" wide.

Notes

Reportedly used by the sisters to mold beeswax balls included in sewing kits sold in the Shakers' gift shop.

Massachusetts Hancock

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