Miniature button hook

Description

A miniature button hook, part of a travelling sewing set, circa late 19th-early 20th century. This hook has a steel shaft with small sections of tortoiseshell effect cellulose nitrate(?) riveted to either side forming a handle at one end. See also AIBDC : 006576.2
Designers & Manufacturers
Designer (Person)
Manufacturer

Object number

AIBDC : 006576.1SA

Date

1890 - 1920 (circa)

Country

Method

Material

plastic
CN on handle
cellulose nitrate
metal hook and shaft
steel
Dimensions
Width
7mm
Depth
2mm
Length
75mm

Colour