Scissors, Thimble & Sheath

Object/Artifact

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The Cabinet of Scissor Curiosities

Scissors: An image of the scissors with their blades closed.
Scissors

An image of the scissors with their blades closed.

Name/Title

Scissors, Thimble & Sheath

Entry/Object ID

2025.2.337

Tags

toledo, asymmetrical point, sheath, st1, cs10, spain

Description

A pair of Sewing Scissors with accompanying thimble and leather sheath. The shanks, bows, and blades are decorated. They are marked "FABCA DE TOLEDO". Shoulder transition is st1, cross section is cs10, and the point is asymmetrical.

Category

Scissors, Scissor Sheaths

Inscription/Signature/Marks

Type

Place of Origin

Location

Pivot area

Transcription

FABCA DE TOLEDO

Dimensions

Dimension Description

Width refers to width at pivot

Width

9 mm

Length

130 mm

Dimension Description

Blade length

Length

50 mm

Dimension Notes

Crotch to point = 74 mm

Location

Location

* Untyped Location

Own Collection

Date

May 4, 2026

Notes

BxTBP

Created By

[email protected]

Create Date

October 13, 2025

Updated By

[email protected]

Update Date

May 4, 2026