Circa 14th-15th century A.D.. Including beehive and annular types. Cf. Bailey, G., Detector Finds 2, Witham, 2001, pp.12-14, for similar specimens. Bailey, G., Detector Finds 2, Witham, 2001, p.12-13, for all three specimens. 24 grams total, 13-22 mm (1/2 - 7/8 in.).

In England thimbles first occurred around 1300, probably under the influence of the Hispano-Moresque examples. However, it wasn't until around 1350 that thimbles became objects of everyday use in England.

From the collection of the famous author, writer and speaker, Gordon Bailey, Essex, UK; formed since 1968. [3, No Reserve]