Thimble Silk-screened wood Alsatian couple

Handcrafted Thimble in Boxwood

Very Beautiful Thimble in Boxwood screen-printed with an Alsatian Couple and Alsace marking. This Alsatian collector's piece is handcrafted in Alsace and ideal for lovers of authentic gifts and regional souvenirs.

• Height, 2.8 cm
• Material, Natural Boxwood
• Decoration, Screen-printed Alsatian Couple
• Handcrafted Alsatian manufacture

History of the Thimble

The thimble has its origins in Antiquity. The earliest examples, often made of bronze or bone, date back to the Roman Empire and were used to make sewing easier. Their use spread in the Middle Ages, when they began to be made of metal and to adopt more elaborate shapes.

Over the centuries, thimbles have become not only practical tools, but also objects of art and collectors' items, usually decorated with engravings or cultural motifs. The Alsatian thimble is a perfect example, reflecting the region's cultural identity through traditional illustrations such as the Alsatian couple in regional costume.

This sewing accessory finds its place in collections of Alsatian souvenirs and makes an excellent budget-friendly gift for visitors to the region, particularly appreciated in Obernai and Labaroche.