This is a very unusual bone sewing stiletto. Decorated with the classic red dot and circles- a hallmark of Prisoner of War decoration in the late 1700s/early 1800s.
Unusually the top of the stiletto has a cradle - very sentimental and maybe made for a new mother.
It measures 10cm l. I think it has been a treasured piece.
 
What is a Sewing Stiletto?
Sewing stilettos were essential tools in a 19th-century needleworker’s kit. Typically tapering to a fine point, they were used to:
 
Guide fabric under the sewing machine needle
Hold folds or pleats in place while hand stitching
Turn out sharp corners (such as in collars)
Create or enlarge holes in fabric for eyelets or embroidery
Their function often overlapped with that of an awl, but stilettos were more refined, meant for delicate materials and fine work.
This  stiletto reflect more than just sewing — it tells a story of women’s labour, artistic expression, and domestic life in the  19th century. This  finely carved stiletto is a testament to patience, craftsmanship, and beauty in the everyday.