Collection Highlights
Politicians measuring Lincoln's shoes
Date:
March 5th 1864
Object Number:
PR.010.1864.Politicians
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Museum Collections
Luce Center
Thimble
Object Number:
INV.769i
Date:
1825-1875
Medium:
Metal, gilt
Dimensions:
Overall: 1 x 5/8 in. ( 2.5 x 1.6 cm )
Marks:
Inscription: engraved at bottom: "CRF" ; stamped to left of monogram medalion "6"
Description:
Gilded metal thimble with needle indentations at top two-thirds, bottom third has a band of floral garland which meets at the monogram "CRF"; bottom edge has molded rinceau design.
Provenance:
This thimble is from the Francis family of New York.
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.
