Scrimshaw Postage Stamp Bone Decorative Needlework Box cross stitch kit 712 / 2756 / 927

712 / 2756 / 927

an adoring shepherd sits beside her with his sheep crook

The cover model was stitched over two threads on 36-count linen and measures approximately 13 1/2″ x 16″

Stitch Count: 142 x 158

Scrimshaw Postage Stamp Bone Decorative Needlework Box cross stitch kit 712 / 2756 / 927Our scrimshaw is created by engraving varying designs on ox bone or ox horn. Perfect for holding stamps, jewelry, keys and keepsakes. Replica of the traditional Stamp Box. The world's first postage stamp was issued in Great Britain in 1840. In those days, sending a letter was something special, and stamps were expensive, so special boxes such as this and cases were created to hold them. Compact size: 6 1 2" x 2 1 4" x 1 1 4" Natural, authentic ox bone