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Show Historic Thimbles. In Mrs. Vnnderbllt's collection of thimbles, which Is tho envy of her frlonds, there nro several that nro not only very beautiful, but historically valuablo as well. Among tho lattor, and probably most highly valued by their fortunato owner, Is one which was originally worn by Queen Elizabeth; Eliza-beth; nnotho-, which shows Its royal owner knew Its use, was tho property of Prlncoss Allco; still another dainty conception In gold nnd enamel oner belonged to the Princess of Wales, whllo moBt valued of all Is ouo said' to havo been used by queen Victoria when sho wns a girl. |