Antique Circular Needle and Bobbin Dispenser with Needles

Item Details

An antique Boye Needle Company bobbin and needle dispenser circa early 20th century. The unique display features a faded, cylindrical tin dispenser on top of a dark wood display. The top and front of the display features elaborate text and imagery of needle types and faded artwork on tin. The item also features a remarkable carousel selection mechanism: the inner carousel revolves by turning the central, cast-iron arrow towards a specific needle/bobbin selection. Also features a rear sliding drawer on the wooden stand, needles and bobbins in their respective wooden casings in carousel, and several vintage needle packets for carrying needles.

• At the time of cataloging, EBTH was unable to determine the working condition of this item, it is being sold ‘as-is.’ Refunds based on the working condition of the item will not be issued.

Condition

Some needle/bobbin selections missing. Faded artwork. Item shows signs of consistent use.

Dimensions

Item #

14LEX031-225