A small projecting knob to be pressed by the thumb to operate a catch, as on some bracelets.
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Explanation on thumbpiece by Adin antique jewelry
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A small projecting knob to be pressed by the thumb to operate a catch, as on some bracelets.
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From: An Illustrated Dictionary of Jewelry, autor: Harold Newman, publishers: Thames and Hudson
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