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Show Historic Thimbles, In Mrs. Vandorbllt's collection of thimbles, which Is tho onvy of hor friends, thero nro several that aro not only very beautiful, but historically valuable ns well. Among tho lattor, and probably most highly vnlued by their fortunato ownor, Is ono which was originally worn by Queon Eliza-both; Eliza-both; another, which shows Its royal owner knew Its uso, was tho property of Prlncoss Allco; still another dainty conception In gold nnd enamel onco belonged to tho Prlncoss of Wales, whllo most valued of all Is ono said to havo been used by Queon Victoria when sho was a girl. |