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Description: | A complete silver thimble of post-Medieval date, probably early 18th century.The thimble is complete but misshapen having a dent at one side. It has a circumferential groove close to the rim above which is a plain panel with a depth of 4.8mm. Above the plain panel the walls have thirteen lines of circular indents. The crown is also covered with similar indents. The panel has inscribed owner's initials in capital letters: P W and also an unclear stamped maker's mark, probably a letter: B.The object is noticeably worn at the crown.17.5 x 21.9 x 12.4mm. Weight: 4.74g.
Original Image | Publisher: | http://finds.org.uk | Source: | Portable Antiquities | Identifier: | http://finds.org.uk/database/artefacts/r... | Go to resource |
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