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Antique Silver Novelty Pin Cushion - Aeroplane
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Antique Silver Novelty Pin Cushion - Aeroplane

1900 - 1920
Sold 13 October 2026 · The Silver Cabinet
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Description

Well, this is a rarity! A solid sterling silver pin cushion fashioned as an aeroplane.

It is clearly hallmarked for Birmingham 1912 with the maker's mark of S Blanckensee & Sons Ltd. It also has a patent number stamped on the tail. Designed as a monoplane with wing spars, there is a rotating propellor and central skid with 3 spoked wheels and original, worn cushion. A wonderful item.

Dimensions:

Length: 9cm

Width: 9.5cm

Height: 3cm

Weight: 48g

Complimentary gift wrapping is available on request.

Post and packaging are free within the UK. Overseas buyers please e-mail for postage costs and please note: Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to buying.

Date of Manufacture

The Silver Cabinet has dated this Silver Aeroplane Pin Cushion to the 1910s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
3cm (1.18")
Width
9.5cm (3.74")
Depth
9cm (3.54")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1107929
Dealers Internal Reference
C771
Description
Well, this is a rarity! A solid sterling silver pin cushion fashioned as an aeroplane.

It is clearly hallmarked for Birmingham 1912 with the maker's mark of S Blanckensee & Sons Ltd. It also has a patent number stamped on the tail.

“
Designed as a monoplane with wing spars, there is a rotating propellor and central skid with 3 spoked wheels and original, worn cushion.
The Silver Cabinet

A wonderful item.

fig 1. An antique silver novelty pin cushion shaped like an early biplane aeroplane with a dark fabric cushion fuselage.
fig 1. Antique Silver Novelty Pin Cushion - Aeroplane

Dimensions:

Length: 9cm

Width: 9.5cm

Height: 3cm

Weight: 48g

Complimentary gift wrapping is available on request.

Post and packaging are free within the UK. Overseas buyers please e-mail for postage costs and please note: Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to buying.

Date of Manufacture

The Silver Cabinet has dated this Silver Aeroplane Pin Cushion to the 1910s.

Height
3cm (1.18")
Width
9.5cm (3.74")
Depth
9cm (3.54")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1107929
Dealers Internal Ref
C771
The Silver Cabinet
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2014
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Archive I An antique silver novelty pin cushion shaped like an early biplane aeroplane with a dark fabric cushion fuselage. SOLD13 OCT 26

Antique Silver Novelty Pin Cushion - Aeroplane

Archive II An antique silver novelty pin cushion shaped like an early biplane aeroplane with a dark fabric cushion fuselage. View II
Archive III An antique silver novelty pin cushion shaped like an early biplane aeroplane with a dark fabric cushion fuselage. View III
Archive IV An antique silver novelty pin cushion shaped like an early biplane aeroplane with a dark fabric cushion fuselage. View IV
Archive V An antique silver novelty pin cushion shaped like an early biplane aeroplane with a dark fabric cushion fuselage. View V
Archive VI An antique silver novelty pin cushion shaped like an early biplane aeroplane with a dark fabric cushion fuselage. View VI
Archive VII An antique silver novelty pin cushion shaped like an early biplane aeroplane with a dark fabric cushion fuselage. View VII
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An antique silver novelty pin cushion shaped like an early biplane aeroplane with a dark fabric cushion fuselage.
Antique Silver Novelty Pin Cushion - Aeroplane
Ref: SA1107929
An antique silver novelty pin cushion shaped like an early biplane aeroplane with a dark fabric cushion fuselage.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectPin Cushion
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialSilver, Fabric
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsBiplane configuration, Spoked wheels, Propeller detail
  • SizeH 3 cm (1 in) x W 9.5 cm (4 in) x D 9 cm (4 in)

FAQs

Novelty silver pin cushions gained immense popularity during the late Victorian and Edwardian eras, reflecting a cultural fascination with miniature objects, travel, and mechanisation.

These pieces typically feature a cast or stamped sterling silver body combined with an internal stuffing material such as sawdust or wool, covered in velvet, silk, or plush fabric.

Authentic pieces usually bear genuine British silver hallmarks indicating the assay office, date letter, and makers mark, alongside natural patination and wear consistent with age.

These small-scale objects work well when displayed on a desk, within a glass cabinet, or styled on a bookshelf alongside books and other curiosities to add historical character.

Silver components should be gently cleaned with a specialised microfibre cloth, taking care to avoid getting moisture or silver dip onto the fabric cushion to prevent damage.
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