Simons Bros Thimble, Sterling Silver with Gold Band, Size 7, Engraved with Initials (#13)

Simons Bros of Philadelphia, PA was founded in 1839 by George Washington Simons, at that time, they were manufacturers of gold and silver thimbles and pencil cases.  The company grew rapidly from there, expanding to include many gold and silver items including (!) tooth and ear picks, earrings and finger rings.  The 14k gold band on this thimble is beautifully decorated in high relief and engraved with initials which could be either “MQM” or “MOM”.  The thimble is not out of round, there are no punctures and the hallmark appears in the apex of the thimble.