Antique Sterling Silver Thimble – "THE SPA" – H.G. & S. 17 Jewels

Antique Sterling Silver Thimble – "THE SPA" – H.G. & S. 17 JewelsDescription An antique sterling silver thimble hallmarked in Birmingham for 1932. This example is marked "THE SPA", "Made in England" and "Sterling Silver", making it an interesting collectable sewing thimble. The thimble features a traditional honeycomb style working surface and carries the maker's mark H G & S. The size is marked "18". Maker History The maker's mark H G & S was used by Henry Griffith & Sons of Birmingham, a well known manufacturer

Case shows light surface wear consistent with age and normal handling

40 mm width spring

Compatible calibres: UT 640

and based on the Unitas 6565 calibre

Schild) Yoke / Return Bar (435) for mechanical watch movements

Key Details• Antique pocket watch movement• Decorative engraved balance cock• White enamel dial with Roman numerals• Sub-seconds dial at 6 o’clock

Branded: Felca

Part: Cannon Pinion

The balance appears free and intact

Service history is unknown and a future service may be required

Description:A genuine antique pocket watch winding key

Based on the hallmark style