Silver knitting needle holder, H. Ament, Joure, ca. 1870

^19th Century silver knitting needle holder or knitting sheath made by the silversmith H. Ament from Joure. He was active from 1837 to 1873.

In a knitting needle holder the right working needle was inserted during knitting, so that the needle no longer had to be held. The knitting sheath was mainly used as a support when knitting stockings.

The knitting needle holder is hallmarked with master stamp HA89 and the sword for 2nd grade silver.

Provided with an engraving: FWP 1874

In excellent condition.

Weight: 21.1 grams. Length: 14.5 cm.