LONG SEWING 12.5" 1908 Goldsmiths & Silversmiths Co. Ltd, 4 chain Sterling Chatelaine Belt Clip, with unmarked Sterling sewing set appendages, Ornate Scissors, Thimble, Needle Case, Stiletto, 100+ Yrs. Old. OOAK It is in great shape for its age. I, of course, do not wish to separate this set.
Wikipedia "Chatelaine is a decorative belt hook or clasp worn at the waist with a series of chains suspended from it. Each chain is mounted with useful household appendages such as scissors, thimbles, watches, keys, vinaigrette, and household seals. Also used as a woman's keychain 19th century to show- the status of women in a household. The woman with the keys to all the many desks, drawers, cabinets was "the woman of the household", [as a matter of prestige].
She assembled specifically to her needs & tastes." Châtelaine (French châtelaine, wife of the lord of a castle)
Sterling chains are all about 5- 6 " long with push hooks clamps each. All appendages are double sided.
This set is from early 1900s. It is in great shape considering. See each appendage description below
1. Large 3" x 3 1/2 " Hansome Sterling double maRked w/ English Icons & Date Belt Clip pieced Belt Hook .
2. 1920 repousse Sterling thimble w/ clasp.
3. 1920 floral repoussé small needle case, 2 needles 2 1/2".
3. 1920 Flora repoussé wooden pencil 3 1/3" x 1/3"
4. 1920s Stiletto. w/ decorative floral repoussé, w/ added protective tip Measures 31/3 x 3/4".
5. 1920 decorative scissors . Measures 3 7/8".
EXCELLENT 100 YEAR OLD CONDITION. Dainty for Wearing. hangs Shiny 4 x 4" wide. Hangs nice. (Keeps it presenting beautifully.)
Beautiful large Chatelaine; please zoom pictures. All the same pattern throughout. 12" x 4 1/2".
Entire set adds up to $1800.00. You may buy it for $1399.90. Theer's a lot of information here. Any questions just email me. 300BSB
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