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Edwardian Silver "Hatching Chick" Pin Cushion by Sampson Mordan & Co, Chester 1906
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Edwardian Silver "Hatching Chick" Pin Cushion by Sampson Mordan & Co, Chester 1906

1900 - 1920
Sold 11 November 2024 · Julie Cartwright Antiques
This “Edwardian Silver "Hatching Chick" Pin Cushion by Sampson Mordan & Co, Chester 1906” found a buyer.

It was listed by Julie Cartwright Antiques. Sold pieces stay on Sellingantiques as a record of what has passed through, and the next one is rarely far away.

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Description

This delightful silver "hatching chick" pin cushion was designed by the highly collectable Sampson Mordan & Co and is fully hallmarked for Chester 1906. The pin cushion is designed as a newly hatched chick sitting in half an egg shell. It is beautifully detailed, with the chick's back being the cushion, which is finished in the original purple velvet. The chick is 'weighted' in such a way that, should it be knocked over, it will 'right' itself.

Hallmarks:

SM & Co for Sampson Mordan & Co Ltd.

Lion passant.

Chester Assay mark.

Date letter "F" for 1906.

RD number: 475678

Condition:

Very good.

Silver casing in very good condition.

Velvet in very good condition.

Dimensions:

Length: 4cm / 1.4 inches.

Height: 3.5cm / 1.3 inches.

Width: 2.5cm / 1 inch.

Delivery:

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO ADD POSTAGE AT CHECKOUT.

Postage UK: £8 Special Delivery Next day.

Postage overseas: £17 International Signed For.

You can pay by PayPal, bank transfer, cheque, debit or credit card.

To pay by PAYPAL please add P&P and click on button below.

To pay by credit or debit card over the phone or by cheque, please contact me on 01449 760 585.

Physical Dimensions
Height
3.5cm (1.38")
Width
4cm (1.57")
Depth
2cm (0.79")
Declaration

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this Silver Chick Pin Cushion to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1098238
Dealers Internal Reference
OCT91
Description
This delightful silver "hatching chick" pin cushion was designed by the highly collectable Sampson Mordan & Co and is fully hallmarked for Chester 1906. The pin cushion is designed as a newly hatched chick sitting in half an egg shell.
“
It is beautifully detailed, with the chick's back being the cushion, which is finished in the original purple velvet.
Julie Cartwright Antiques

The chick is 'weighted' in such a way that, should it be knocked over, it will 'right' itself.

fig 1. An antique silver novelty pin cushion shaped as a hatching chick with a purple velvet back.
fig 1. Edwardian Silver "Hatching Chick" Pin Cushion by Sampson Mordan & Co, Chester 1906

Hallmarks:

SM & Co for Sampson Mordan & Co Ltd.

Lion passant.

Chester Assay mark.

Date letter "F" for 1906.

RD number: 475678

Condition:

Very good.

Silver casing in very good condition.

Velvet in very good condition.

fig 2. An antique silver novelty pin cushion shaped as a hatching chick with a purple velvet back.
fig 2. Edwardian Silver "Hatching Chick" Pin Cushion by Sampson Mordan & Co, Chester 1906

Dimensions:

Length: 4cm / 1.4 inches.

Height: 3.5cm / 1.3 inches.

Width: 2.5cm / 1 inch.

Delivery:

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO ADD POSTAGE AT CHECKOUT.

Postage UK: £8 Special Delivery Next day.

Postage overseas: £17 International Signed For.

fig 3. An antique silver novelty pin cushion shaped as a hatching chick with a purple velvet back.
fig 3. Edwardian Silver "Hatching Chick" Pin Cushion by Sampson Mordan & Co, Chester 1906

You can pay by PayPal, bank transfer, cheque, debit or credit card.

To pay by PAYPAL please add P&P and click on button below.

To pay by credit or debit card over the phone or by cheque, please contact me on 01449 760 585.

Height
3.5cm (1.38")
Width
4cm (1.57")
Depth
2cm (0.79")
Date of Manufacture

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this Silver Chick Pin Cushion to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1098238
Dealers Internal Ref
OCT91
Julie Cartwright Antiques
Julie Cartwright Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2009
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Julie Cartwright Antiques

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Telephone 07947 998435
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Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/jc
Verified Since Jun 2009
Items For Sale 144
Items Sold 2,226
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An antique silver novelty pin cushion shaped as a hatching chick with a purple velvet back.
EDWARDIAN SILVER "HATCHING CHICK" PIN CUSHION BY SAMPSON MORDAN & CO, CHESTER 1906
Ref: SA1098238
An antique silver novelty pin cushion shaped as a hatching chick with a purple velvet back.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDecorative Objects
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialSterling Silver, Velvet
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsChased feather texture, Hatching egg design, Figural animal shape
  • SizeH 3.5 cm (1 in) x W 4 cm (2 in) x D 2 cm (1 in)

FAQs

Novelty silver pin cushions are small, highly detailed silver figures incorporating a velvet or silk pad, popular during the late Victorian and Edwardian periods as dressing table accessories.

They were typically cast in sterling silver, often using repousse and chasing techniques to render fine feather or fur textures, and fitted with a plush fabric cushion insert.

Authenticity is verified by clear hallmarks indicating the assay office, date letter, and makers mark, along with correct weight, cast construction details, and period-appropriate wear.

These miniature silver objects work well displayed on a dressing table tray, a mantlepiece, or within a glass cabinet alongside other small curiosities.

Clean silver gently with a specialist microfibre cloth to remove tarnish, avoiding abrasive dips that can damage hallmarks and vintage fabric inserts.
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