{"product_id":"vintage-porcelain-thimble-collection-x40-with-2-wooden-display-racks-travel-souv","title":"Vintage Porcelain Thimble Collection x40 with 2 Wooden Display Racks Travel Souv","description":"\u003cp style=\"\\'word-wrap:\" break-word\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e  Used\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"\\'word-wrap:\" break-word\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Acceptable vintage condition overall.Most thimbles are intact with no visible chips or cracks, though some may have minor wear, glaze imperfections, or age-related fading.Racks show signs of age including dust, scuffing, and slight surface wear, especially the house-shaped one, which has visible marks and wear to the wood.One or two thimbles may be slightly loose in their slots depending on size.Sold as-is as a decorative collectible set.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Boxes\/ Trinkets\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMain Colour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brown\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wood\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e United Kingdom\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp datastart=\"108\" dataend=\"495\"\u003eThis is a charming \u003cstrong datastart=\"146\" dataend=\"186\"\u003elot of 39 vintage porcelain thimbles\u003c\/strong\u003e, each decorated with colorful scenes, animals, flowers, or landmarks from around the world — including locations such as \u003cstrong datastart=\"308\" dataend=\"357\"\u003eSwitzerland, Salou, Kreta, Scotland, and more\u003c\/strong\u003e. The set comes complete with \u003cstrong datastart=\"387\" dataend=\"415\"\u003etwo wooden display racks\u003c\/strong\u003e, each with individual cubby slots for organizing and showcasing the collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp datastart=\"497\" dataend=\"772\"\u003eThe thimbles are crafted from glazed ceramic\/porcelain, with most featuring printed or transferprinted designs, some with \u003cstrong datastart=\"620\" dataend=\"633\"\u003egold trim\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong datastart=\"637\" dataend=\"661\"\u003ehandpainted accents\u003c\/strong\u003e. These items were commonly sold as \u003cstrong datastart=\"697\" dataend=\"722\"\u003esouvenir collectibles\u003c\/strong\u003e, popular throughout the mid to late 20th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp datastart=\"774\" dataend=\"794\"\u003e \u003cstrong datastart=\"777\" dataend=\"794\"\u003eSet Includes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul datastart=\"796\" dataend=\"1054\"\u003e\n\u003cli datastart=\"796\" dataend=\"882\"\u003e\n\u003cp datastart=\"798\" dataend=\"882\"\u003e\u003cstrong datastart=\"798\" dataend=\"819\"\u003e39 total thimbles\u003c\/strong\u003e (mostly porcelain, some possibly ceramic or other materials)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli datastart=\"883\" dataend=\"950\"\u003e\n\u003cp datastart=\"885\" dataend=\"950\"\u003e\u003cstrong datastart=\"885\" dataend=\"911\"\u003e2 wooden display racks\u003c\/strong\u003e (1 flat rectangular, 1 houseshaped)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli datastart=\"951\" dataend=\"985\"\u003e\n\u003cp datastart=\"953\" dataend=\"985\"\u003eTotal set weight: \u003cstrong datastart=\"971\" dataend=\"983\"\u003e1.121 kg\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli datastart=\"986\" dataend=\"1054\"\u003e\n\u003cp datastart=\"988\" dataend=\"1054\"\u003eRacks include metal hooks on the back for optional wall mounting\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp datastart=\"1056\" dataend=\"1076\"\u003e \u003cstrong datastart=\"1059\" dataend=\"1076\"\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul datastart=\"1078\" dataend=\"1229\"\u003e\n\u003cli datastart=\"1078\" dataend=\"1120\"\u003e\n\u003cp datastart=\"1080\" dataend=\"1120\"\u003e\u003cstrong datastart=\"1080\" dataend=\"1106\"\u003eTall rectangular rack:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~26 cm tall\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli datastart=\"1121\" dataend=\"1167\"\u003e\n\u003cp datastart=\"1123\" dataend=\"1167\"\u003e\u003cstrong datastart=\"1123\" dataend=\"1145\"\u003eHouseshaped rack:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~20 cm tall at peak\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli datastart=\"1168\" dataend=\"1229\"\u003e\n\u003cp datastart=\"1170\" dataend=\"1229\"\u003eIndividual thimble height: ~2.5–3 cm each (standard size)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp datastart=\"1231\" dataend=\"1294\"\u003e \u003cstrong datastart=\"1234\" dataend=\"1248\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr datastart=\"1248\" dataend=\"1251\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong datastart=\"1251\" dataend=\"1283\"\u003eAcceptable vintage condition\u003c\/strong\u003e overall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul datastart=\"1295\" dataend=\"1733\"\u003e\n\u003cli datastart=\"1295\" dataend=\"1441\"\u003e\n\u003cp datastart=\"1297\" dataend=\"1441\"\u003eMost thimbles are intact with \u003cstrong datastart=\"1327\" dataend=\"1357\"\u003eno visible chips or cracks\u003c\/strong\u003e, though some may have \u003cstrong datastart=\"1380\" dataend=\"1438\"\u003eminor wear, glaze imperfections, or agerelated fading\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli datastart=\"1442\" dataend=\"1603\"\u003e\n\u003cp datastart=\"1444\" dataend=\"1603\"\u003eRacks show signs of age including \u003cstrong datastart=\"1478\" dataend=\"1521\"\u003edust, scuffing, and slight surface wear\u003c\/strong\u003e, especially the houseshaped one, which has visible marks and wear to the wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli datastart=\"1604\" dataend=\"1683\"\u003e\n\u003cp datastart=\"1606\" dataend=\"1683\"\u003eOne or two thimbles may be slightly loose in their slots depending on size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli datastart=\"1684\" dataend=\"1733\"\u003e\n\u003cp datastart=\"1686\" dataend=\"1733\"\u003e\u003cstrong datastart=\"1686\" dataend=\"1700\"\u003eSold asis\u003c\/strong\u003e as a decorative collectible set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp datastart=\"1735\" dataend=\"2162\"\u003e \u003cstrong datastart=\"1738\" dataend=\"1769\"\u003eAbout Collectible Thimbles:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr datastart=\"1769\" dataend=\"1772\"\u003e\nDecorative souvenir thimbles became widely popular in the 20th century, particularly from the 1960s onward, as travel mementos. Many were produced in European countries and featured local scenery, flowers, animals, and cultural symbols. Porcelain thimbles, often adorned with gold accents, were especially prized by collectors and are still sought after today as nostalgic decorative items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp datastart=\"2164\" dataend=\"2190\"\u003e \u003cstrong datastart=\"2167\" dataend=\"2188\"\u003eWhy Buy This Set?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul datastart=\"2191\" dataend=\"2418\"\u003e\n\u003cli datastart=\"2191\" dataend=\"2256\"\u003e\n\u003cp datastart=\"2193\" dataend=\"2256\"\u003eReadymade starter collection or gift for a thimble collector\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli datastart=\"2257\" dataend=\"2319\"\u003e\n\u003cp datastart=\"2259\" dataend=\"2319\"\u003eGreat decorative item with international and floral themes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli datastart=\"2320\" dataend=\"2372\"\u003e\n\u003cp datastart=\"2322\" dataend=\"2372\"\u003eTwo wallhanging racks included for easy display\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli datastart=\"2373\" dataend=\"2418\"\u003e\n\u003cp datastart=\"2375\" dataend=\"2418\"\u003eA nostalgic piece of vintage travel culture\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Gifted UK","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52605321609563,"sku":null,"price":40.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0936\/4986\/3003\/files\/57_cb4ab823-23e5-4529-a4f8-a02f822e2ba3.png?v=1773699229","url":"https:\/\/gifteduk.com\/products\/vintage-porcelain-thimble-collection-x40-with-2-wooden-display-racks-travel-souv","provider":"Gifted UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}