Antique Sterling Silver Thimble – Birmingham 1919 – S. J. Levi & Co. Bulova

Antique Sterling Silver Thimble – Birmingham 1919 – S. J. Levi & Co. BulovaDescription An attractive antique sterling silver sewing thimble hallmarked in Birmingham for 1919. The maker's mark is partially rubbed but appears to be that of S. J. Levi & Co. This example features an unusual swirling spiral design covering the body of the thimble. The thimble is also marked with a size "3" and displays a distinctive Art Nouveau early Art Deco influenced decorative style. The unusual decoration and early twentieth century date

" Redlich & Co

hallmarked for London

While there are no visible stamps or markings

6mm (excluding suspension ring)• Thickness: 2

and a balance fault

original dial

with age-related patina

although a service is recommended due to age and unknown service history

Silversmith: John Hawkins

This is a traditional English fusee movement

The handle transitions into a beautifully crafted twisted stem

Swiss Made movement