Vintage TJ Lane Sterling Silver Amethyst Heart Thimble Quilting

Beautiful vintage sterling silver quilting thimble featuring a genuine purple amethyst gemstone set within an ornate heart-shaped filigree design. This is a beautifully detailed artisan-style thimble with a substantial sterling silver body, decorative openwork, and a textured/dimpled quilting surface designed to help grip the needle. The raised front/nail-guard area provides protection and helps position the thimble while hand quilting or sewing. • Style: Vintage Quilting / Sewing Thimble • Material: Sterling Silver • Gemstone: Genuine Amethyst • Stone: Oval cabochon-style purple amethyst • Design: Ornate heart-shaped filigree • Era: Vintage • Size: Unknown • Maker: Attributed to TJ Lane / Tommie Jane Lane • Maker's Mark: No visible maker's mark Please note: This thimble is being sold as attributed to TJ Lane based on its distinctive design and construction. There is no visible maker's mark on the piece, so I am not guaranteeing the attribution. Tommie Jane Lane is known for handmade sterling silver thimbles created specifically for quilters and hand sewers, including gemstone-adorned designs. Her thimbles are sought after as both functional quilting tools and collectible works of silver craftsmanship. A beautiful piece for thimble collectors, quilters, hand sewers, needlework enthusiasts, sterling silver collectors, gemstone collectors, vintage sewing collections, and heirloom-quality craft collections. Please look at all photos as they are a part of the description