Darning Egg

Object/Artifact

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Kentucky State Parks

Name/Title

Darning Egg

Entry/Object ID

JJA.1999.43

Description

This is a sterling silver glove darner. The darner is a small cylindrical object, rounded at both ends, with a center embossed with a filigree pattern. One end is more egg shaped than the other. A small metal ring with a red ribbon tied to it is attached to the darner. It is marked "sterling."

Collection

Found in Collection

Made/Created

Artist Information

Artist

Unknown

Role

Metal Smith

Date made

circa 1870

Lexicon

Search Terms

* Unclassifiable Artifacts, Darning eggs

Dimensions

Height

4-1/4 in

Material

Sterling silver, Pewter, or silver