Islamic ArtJewelrylate 19th–early 20th century
Thimble is a jewelry created in late 19th–early 20th century using silver; fire-gilded with engraving/punching, gallery wire decoration, enamel… measuring 1/4 x 2 1/8 in. (0.6 x 5.4 cm) — now part of the Islamic Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Silver; fire-gilded with engraving/punching, gallery wire decoration, enamel, and table cut carnelian with silver chain link and attached thimble with twisted decoration |
| Dimensions | 1/4 x 2 1/8 in. (0.6 x 5.4 cm) |
| Classification | Jewelry |
| Department | Islamic Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Marshall and Marilyn R. Wolf, 2014 |
| Date | late 19th–early 20th century |
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Thimble?
Thimble is housed in the Islamic Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Thimble created?
Thimble dates to late 19th–early 20th century.
What material is Thimble made from?
Thimble is crafted from silver; fire-gilded with engraving/punching, gallery wire decoration, enamel, and table cut carnelian with silver chain link and attached thimble with twisted decoration.
Is Thimble in the public domain?
Thimble is not in the public domain; rights and reproduction restrictions may apply.
Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Last updated: April 2026