Vintage London thimble bus taxi pattern retro porcelain sewing decor

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Description

The antique thimble shown in the photo has a classic rounded top and is adorned with a typical illustration of London. On the visible side, the design features a red double-decker bus and a black cab, two iconic symbols of the British capital. The inscription "LONDON" appears in clear, legible blue capital letters below the motifs.

The apparent material is smooth and shiny, with an appearance reminiscent of porcelain or white glazed ceramic. A golden band adorns the base of the thimble, adding an extra decorative touch. The upper part features a raised texture, characteristic of traditional thimbles, allowing for a good grip when used for sewing.

The thimble is placed in a richly decorated case, with a gold trim and embossed patterns, which is only partially shown. This highlights the object and emphasizes its decorative aspect, but only the upper part of the thimble and the front are visible in the image.

The illustrated side shows no other visible inscription or mark. The general condition appears good from the photo, with no apparent chips or cracks on the exposed surface. The gilding at the base is continuous and clearly visible, with no major signs of wear on the shown area.

This thimble, with its London iconography, is ideal as a decorative object, a thematic souvenir, or a vintage sewing accessory. It combines the classic function of a thimble with a retro style inspired by travel souvenirs.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. The visible side shows no notable defects, but traces of use or wear related to age and use are possible.

Did you know? The red double-decker bus and the black cab are two icons of the London urban landscape, often depicted on souvenir items since the mid-20th century. Decorative thimbles, particularly made of porcelain or ceramic, saw a significant boom from the 1950s-1970s as popular tourist gifts.

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