{"product_id":"de-a-coudre-vintage-le-mont-st-michel-souvenir-retro-ancien","title":"Vintage thimble Mont Saint-Michel retro old souvenir","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAntique souvenir thimble, illustrated with a view of Mont Saint-Michel on the visible side. The object has the classic thimble shape, with a domed top and regular dimples characteristic of the traditional model. The decoration features a detailed scene of Mont St-Michel accompanied by the inscription \"Le Mont St-Michel\" in clear black letters on the lower part.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe outer surface offers a smooth and shiny appearance, typical of decorative thimbles, with a white finish enhanced by a visible gold line at the base. The printed scene stands out with green and ocher tones, evoking the landscape around the monument, and the fineness of the recognizable architectural drawing of Mont St-Michel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe top of the thimble, visible in the photo, has a regular honeycomb texture, designed for a good grip when sewing. No manufacturer's logo or brand is visible on the presented side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis type of thimble is typical of souvenir items produced for French tourist sites, often offered in historical monument shops from the 1970s-1980s. The retro aesthetic and the Mont St-Michel theme make it a decorative item sought after by collectors of antique haberdashery items or regional souvenirs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe object is presented on a light fabric, which highlights the brilliance of the surface and the clarity of the illustration. The gold line at the base shows some irregularities, indicating a handcrafted or semi-industrial finish common for this type of production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed thimble, sold as is. The visible side shows no apparent cracks or chips, but the gilding on the base shows some wear visible in the photo. The print of the pattern remains clear and legible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e Souvenir thimbles appeared in France in the second half of the 20th century, becoming popular items in historical monument shops. Mont Saint-Michel, a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1979, is one of the most represented sites on this type of tourist object.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCareful packaging and fast shipping provided by a professional seller specializing in antique items and haberdashery souvenirs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: antique thimble, thimble, Mont St-Michel souvenir, retro thimble, decorative thimble, vintage haberdashery item, collector's thimble, France thimble, tourist souvenir thimble, Mont Saint-Michel thimble, white gold thimble, antique sewing souvenir\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54255774761287,"sku":"916fa5f3-8ef7-4794-ba4b-507132c6c69d","price":3.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/s-l1600_ddfbc2fd-ddee-4d72-8902-75cd073bcb1f.jpg?v=1782769859","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/de-a-coudre-vintage-le-mont-st-michel-souvenir-retro-ancien","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}