This little (1 3/4" x 1 3/4") carved cat head with extended paws is a charming thimble holder. The detail is excellent and its green glass eyes are riveting. Age has worn away the very tips of its ears, otherwise in very good condition. Inside is a monogrammed silver thimble with an interesting scenic band.Ca. 1910
4 Sterling bodkins ranging in length from
2 3/8" to 2 3/4". Two are alike - maker is Webster Co., one unmarked appears to be by same maker. The fourth one is marked "sterling" but has no maker's name.
Excellent condition.
Star shaped American Indian beaded pin cushion, dated 1916. Typical of the Indian tourist bead work sold in New England in this period. Excellent condition.
Six beautiful sterling silver Art Nouveau buttons dated 1902, made in Birmingham - diameter 11/16". They show a bust of a woman wearing a low cut dress, full head of hair topped by a large hat sporting a feather. Her left hand is approaching her face. The rim is a lovely art nouveau design of ribbons and flowers. Excellent condition.