Charles I. A very fine Bodkin made in London circa 1630 by William Maddox.
Charles I. A very fine Bodkin made in London circa 1630 by William Maddox.
£1,175
Reference
375616
The Bodkin is of typical form, with an ear scoop at the end, and is plain in design. The bodkin is in excellent condition and bears a good maker's mark, this being of William Maddox. The main function of the Bodkin was to thread bands of yarn through all items of clothing. The ribbon, or cord, was threaded through the rectangular slit and the small eye was used to hang it up. The small hollow at the terminal was used to pick earwax out of the ear which was then used to facilitate the smooth running of the thread.
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