The name "thimble" is eaid to have been derived from "thumb-bell," being at first "thumble" and afterwards "thimble." Of Dutch invention, it was brought to England about the year 1695 by John Lofting, who commenced its manufacture at Islington, London. At first iron and brass were used.
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Auckland Star, Volume LXXI, Issue 143, 18 June 1940, Page 9
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