Related person Morris Horowitz (American, born Lithuania, 1895 – 2001)

Thimble

ca. 1930

Place madeEngland, Europe

Metal

Overall: 3/4 x 3/4 in. ( 1.9 x 1.9 cm )

Gift of Natalie (Horowitz) Steinberg and Dorothy (Horowitz) Goldman

2002.61.5

This thimble was used by immigrant tailor Morris Horowitz, who arrived in New York from Lithuania at the age of 16. Horowitz opened his tailor shop in Queens Village in 1929, providing custom tailoring for men as well as cleaning and pressing. He faced stiff competition, especially during the Depression - the charge for cleaning a suit or dress was only $.39. He sold the business and retired at the age of 84.

DescriptionMetal topless thimble with dimpling and plain edge.

Markingsstamped: near edge: "ENGLAND" stamped: near edge: "2"

ClassificationsTRADE TOOLS & EQUIPMENT