Antique

AGE: c1700

ORIGIN: CONTINENTAL

SIZE: approx. 2.75" x .5"

BODY: EXCELLENT condition.

MATERIAL: SILVER

This is a Sewing Etui, Compendium dating from the 18th century of solid silver that unscrews into 4 separate parts. It stands upright on a base which was often used as a seal to close waxed documents. This particular seal is not engraved so you can put your own monogram on it.  The seal is screwed to the needle case and in turn to the powder or wax container.  Then in turn, the thread holder is screwed above in place. Thimble is held on the top.

All the fittings are tight and the needlecase has a striking dotted design throughout.  Other compendiums  are shown in Kay Sullivan's book "Needlework Tools & Accessories - a Dutch Tradition." As well as on pages 26 & 27 of Nerylla Taunton's book "Antique Needlework Tools and Embroideries." 

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1700s ANTIQUE SILVER SEWING COMPENDIUM FOR NEEDLES, THREAD, WAX, SEAL AND POWDER

please feel free to ask any questions and I will do my best to answer. This was purchased in England and the info I provided was given to me by previous owner.