Vintage Charles Horner Sterling Silver Thimble – Size 8 – Chester Hallmarked 1909 – Antique Sewing Collectable

Charles Horner Sterling Silver Thimble – Chester 1909 – Size 8

A beautiful Charles Horner sterling silver thimble, fully hallmarked at Chester in 1909, and bearing the maker’s renowned CH mark. This elegant antique sewing accessory is an authentic piece of Edwardian craftsmanship, combining practicality with over a century of British silversmithing history.

The thimble features the traditional waffle-style finger pattern, designed to provide excellent grip while sewing, together with a decorative engraved border incorporating the Charles Horner (CH) maker’s mark, Chester Assay Office hallmark, and the size mark “8”. The crisp detailing and attractive silver patina make this an excellent example from one of England’s most respected manufacturers of silver sewing accessories.

Whether displayed in a collection or treasured as a piece of sewing history, this thimble is a timeless reminder of the craftsmanship of the Edwardian era.

Features

• Maker: Charles Horner
• Origin: England
• Assay Office: Chester
• Date Letter: 1909
• Material: Sterling Silver
• Maker’s Mark: CH (Charles Horner)
• Size: No. 8
• Pattern: Traditional waffle-top with decorative engraved border
• Type: Closed-top sewing thimble

Condition

Presented in good vintage condition, with an attractive aged silver patina and crisp hallmarks. The decorative border and finger pattern remain well defined, with only light surface wear consistent with careful use over more than 115 years. There are no obvious splits or significant dents visible. Please refer to the photographs, which form part of the description.

About Charles Horner

Founded in Halifax, Yorkshire, in 1860, Charles Horner & Co. became one of Britain’s most celebrated manufacturers of sterling silver thimbles, hatpins, buckles, and jewellery. Horner’s thimbles are renowned for their exceptional quality, elegant designs, and distinctive hallmarks, making them highly sought after by collectors around the world.

The Chester Assay Office, one of England’s oldest assay offices, ceased hallmarking silver in 1962, making Chester-marked pieces especially desirable among collectors of antique silver.

Why Collect Charles Horner Thimbles?

Charles Horner thimbles are prized for their:

• Fine English craftsmanship
• Collectable Chester hallmarks
• Historical significance
• Beautiful decorative designs
• Enduring popularity with sewing and silver collectors

Whether you’re expanding a Charles Horner collection, collecting antique sterling silver, or searching for a unique gift for a sewing enthusiast, this 1909 Chester hallmarked sterling silver thimble is a wonderful piece of British heritage.

An elegant Edwardian silver thimble with over 115 years of history—perfect for collectors of antique sewing tools, sterling silver, and Charles Horner memorabilia.