Indian Silver Thimble

Chevrons on top, wavy ribbon below, and a rope border holding the whole outfit together.

This silver thimble is from India. A thimble is a small cap worn on the finger to push a needle through cloth, and versions in metal, bone and leather are found around the world. Tapered thimble in darkened grey with a dimpled crown. The upper body carries engraved herringbone zigzags, while a flared base band shows a wavy line between twisted rope borders. It is 0.75 inches high and 0.6 in diameter.

A tiny garment with an impressive pattern budget.