Wonderful Antique VELVET Book, Fold Out Sewing NEEDLE CASE, Tartan & Scraps

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Wonderful Antique VELVET Book, Fold Out Sewing NEEDLE CASE, Tartan & Scraps
Wonderful Antique VELVET Book, Fold Out Sewing NEEDLE CASE, Tartan & Scraps
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ANTIQUE NEEDLE BOOK
Wonderful antique fold-out needle holder measuring 2-3/4" wide, 2-1/4" deep and 1-1/8" thick. Featuring a purple velvet covered book style design, front is accented with a floral lady's hand scrap - interior is lined in gold textured foiled paper and complete with charming lithograph paper image of a child seated on the floor grinding coffee which her mother stirs a pot on the stove. Pulling the little ribbon tab opens the accordion style cardboard design - each page is mounted with a tartan plaid ground, fitted with a paper band and filled with SHARPS needles - sizes 5, 6, 7, and 8 - needles are in their original paper cases. I've been collecting sewing items for years, and have never found one of the booklet style holders in such nice complete condition.
Other than light rubbing and fading to the velvet, as well as point and usage wear, it has no damage - being from the Victorian era, it is a bit fragile from age. Please note - I did not remove the needle cases to see if they have been used, as the bands are weak, especially the first band on top. Just a wonderful antique needle book - so charming, dainty and sweet - lovely addition to any sewing collection or display!
If questions, please contact me - thanks!
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