VINTAGE Silk Thread CORTICELLI CAT Lilac Purple Fly Fishing Tying Sewing # 1040 For Sale

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VINTAGE Silk Thread CORTICELLI CAT Lilac Purple Fly Fishing Tying Sewing # 1040:
$9.99

Vintage wooden spool of silk thread.

Corticelli brand with the Kitty Cat logo printed on the spool


Appears to be approximately half full, i do not know how much thread is on the spool.


This is a sort of lilac purple  shade.

There are some chips on end of spool, See photos.

Please refer to the shade number to determine actual shade based on the manufacturer.The color may display differently on different monitors.  Please allow for variations in how the color renders, as this is a non-returnable item.

Not tested for machine sewing.This is a true antique/vintage spool of thread, frequently used in hand sewing applications as well as fly fishing.  I am not an expert, and have not tested it for strength, and cannot guarantee how it will perform should you wish to use it for something other than decorative use. 



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