An incredible find for antique sewing tool collectors and lace makers! This curated collection features six historic, non-metal tatting shuttles spanning from the late 19th century to the mid-20th century.
What’s Included:
• Genuine Bone Shuttles (4): Four beautiful cream and yellowed antique shuttles crafted from natural bone. Includes variants with traditional tiny drilled center eyelets and metal pin rivets.
• Tortoiseshell Silhouette Shuttle (1): A gorgeous mottled amber-and-brown translucent shuttle with a lovely high-gloss finish.
• Vulcanite / Matte Hard Composition Shuttle (1): A smooth, earth-toned matte finish piece characteristic of the early 1900s.
• Condition: Fair to Excellent antique/vintage condition
• Tension: The tips on all 4 bone pieces meet tightly as intended to perfectly hold thread tension.
• Structure: No chips, cracks, splinters, or warped points. Very well-preserved.
• History: Ideal for display in a shadow box, sewing room decor, or active use for traditional hand-lace making.
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