Lancashire in 50 Objects – Silver Thimble

To celebrate the 50th anniversary of the formation of the modern county council and museum service, the Lancashire County Council conservation and collection team have curated a selection of 50 Lancashire objects. We will be exploring the history of Lancashire, its people, places and traditions through 50 objects in our collections.

This silver thimble dating to the 17th century was found near Gisburn by a metal detectorist in 2019. It is decorated with conjoined hearts, flanked by two cupids and engraved with the initials ‘AH’. It was clearly intended as a love token or a sign of betrothal.

The thimble is available to view without charge at Longridge Library, during normal opening hours until Thursday 24th April 2025.