silver needle case and crochet hook - Italy
this is a two pieces Art Nouveau silver sewing set made in Italy at the beginning of 20th century.
The set consists of:
1) needle case
2) crochet hook with silver handle.
Both have repoussé motifs and 800 hallmark (800/1000 purity degree for Continental silver).
The needle case is 3 in. (cm. 7,5) and the crochet hook is 5 1/2 in. (cm. 15) wide. The set was bought
from an Italian dealer at an Antique Fair.
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