A charming 19th-century set of sewing tools, each fitted with a smooth, naturally aged bone handle and steel working ends.
These petite hand tools were typically kept in a lady’s sewing necessaire and used for fine textile work — threading, piercing, looping and detailed needlecraft.
This four-piece assortment includes: 🌿 A slender bone bodkin 🌿 A steel awl with turned bone handle 🌿 A steel hook tool with octagonal bone handle 🌿 A shaped steel buttonhook with waisted bone handle
Beautifully tactile with the warm patina of use, they make a characterful addition to any antique sewing collection, display, or needlework kit.
Condition 🌿 Handles show age-related surface wear and natural bone grain 🌿 Steel elements show oxidation and pitting consistent with age 🌿 One tool shows minor darkening to the bone 🌿 All pieces structurally sound and well-preserved for their age
Our Antique Forager Ethos We source antique and vintage pieces for their craftsmanship, character and individuality, selecting only those that stand out and carry a story worthy of passing on.
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