Nineteenth Century glazed leather sewing kit.

Popular Collectibles: Specialty: Sewing: Needle Cases Pre 1900: item #791515
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This Civil War period glazed leather sewing "roll" is actually rectangular in shape . It is brown leather and lighter brown fabric binding. Lined in red silk, while it is worn, is amazingly all there(most wear of the silk is on the compartment gussets). The lock, which still works is beautifully detailed and decorated brass and steel.The thimble holder contains a Simon Bros. Co. metal thimble which,of course, is not original. There is a large steel bodkin in one of the 7 slots. It has three co... Click for details

Antique Mauchline Ware Needle Case Watermouth Cave

Popular Collectibles: Specialty: Sewing: Needle Cases Pre 1910: item #779364
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A very nice Mauchline Ware needle case with a scene of Watermouth Cave, Ilfracombe, on the side of the bottom section. Some needles inside. Very attractive piece.

Condition: Very good. No cracks, or splits.

Size: Length-4 inches.

Gorgeous Antique Strawwork Needle Case

Popular Collectibles: Specialty: Sewing: Needle Cases Pre 1837 VR: item #749143
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Beautiful antique strawwork needle case. Work of this type was done by prisoners of war using dyed pieces of straw over a wooden shape. Many of these pieces have had their colors faded over the years, but this one has been well cared for, and is both bright and well designed. Tassels on each end give the case an interesting, and unusual touch. C. 1820.

Condition: Fine. ... Click for details

Advertising Sewing Needle Book The Cranston Co Norwich

Popular Collectibles: Specialty: Sewing: Needle Cases Pre 1930: item #658307
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This is a hand made needle book with a leather cover and wool pages finished with a pearl button. It is dated 1925 and inscribed on the back "THE CRANSTON CO. NORWICH CONN.". This was a publisher and a printing company so the book is a real advertising item. It is 2 1/4" x 1 5/8". The condition is very good used. There are small holes in 2 of the leaves which are not unsightly.

Antique Palais Royale Mother of Pearl Needle Case

Popular Collectibles: Specialty: Sewing: Needle Cases Pre 1900: item #545075
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This is a very lovely carved mother of pearl needle case. On the front is the design of an enamel and gold pansy that was the symbol of the Palais Royale, a fancy area of shops near the Louvre in Paris. The piece dates to the early 19th century and has a beautiful rich color to the mother of pearl.

Condition: Overall fine. Very tiny edge chip on inside tongue, and small stress lines. Outside perfect. ... Click for details

19thC TURNED IVORY NEEDLE HOLDER

Popular Collectibles: Specialty: Sewing: Needle Cases Pre 1900: item #395343
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A vintage carved and turned genuine ivory needle case c1870-80. This Victorian sewing accessory measures 3" long and it consist of two threaded halves. This item is in excellent condition with no chips, losses, repairs or damage other than the expected fine age cracks. Shipping starts at $6 (to the US - other spots may vary) - insured is higher, and mandatory on items over $100 if paid with a credit card. We do ship internationally. All of our prices are in $US. Please check out our policy p... Click for details

Needle Packet "Sewing Susan". Circa 1950s.

Popular Collectibles: Specialty: Sewing: Needle Cases Pre 1960: item #167849

A vintage cardboard needle packet "SEWING SUSAN". "70 Assorted Gold And Silver Eye Needles With Threader", Japan, circa 1950s. A colorful lithographed bifold cardboard case containing 61 (of 70) needles, all in unused condition. The lithographed design is on both sides of the case. The needles are neatly attached to brightly colored foil patches. Also included is a silver metal threader embossed with a woman's head, in profile. Folded measurement is 5 7/8 inches by 3 1/2 inches. In extremely fin... Click for details