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George V Silver "Shoe" Pin Cushion by S. Blanckensee & Sons, Birmingham 1911
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George V Silver "Shoe" Pin Cushion by S. Blanckensee & Sons, Birmingham 1911

1900 - 1920
Sold 30 November 2025 · Julie Cartwright Antiques
This “George V Silver "Shoe" Pin Cushion by S. Blanckensee & Sons, Birmingham 1911” found a buyer.

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Description

This collectable sterling silver pin cushion in the form of a brogue shoe has a very good size. The silver body applied and pierced with realistic details and fitted with the original shoe lace. Fitted with a deep blue velvet cushion. The sole is beautifully crafted with light oak.

Hallmarks:

SB&S Ltd for S. Blanckensee & Sons.

Birmingham Assay Mark.

Lion Passant.

Date letter ''m'' for 1911.

Registration number: 548913

Dimensions:

Length: 13cm / 5 inches.

Height: 5cm / 2 inches.

Width: 4.5cm / 2 inches.

Condition:

Very good condition.

Postage:

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.

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

Physical Dimensions
Height
5cm (1.97")
Width
13cm (5.12")
Depth
4.5cm (1.77")
Declaration

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this Silver Shoe Pin Cushion to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1118362
Dealers Internal Reference
JANV81
Description
This collectable sterling silver pin cushion in the form of a brogue shoe has a very good size. The silver body applied and pierced with realistic details and fitted with the original shoe lace. Fitted with a deep blue velvet cushion. The sole is beautifully crafted with light oak.
fig 1. A small polished sterling silver novelty shoe pin cushion featuring a bright blue velvet insert and dark laces.
fig 1. George V Silver "Shoe" Pin Cushion by S. Blanckensee & Sons, Birmingham 1911

Hallmarks:

SB&S Ltd for S. Blanckensee & Sons.

Birmingham Assay Mark.

Lion Passant.

Date letter ''m'' for 1911.

Registration number: 548913

Dimensions:

Length: 13cm / 5 inches.

Height: 5cm / 2 inches.

Width: 4.5cm / 2 inches.

fig 2. A small polished sterling silver novelty shoe pin cushion featuring a bright blue velvet insert and dark laces.
fig 2. George V Silver "Shoe" Pin Cushion by S. Blanckensee & Sons, Birmingham 1911

Condition:

Very good condition.

Postage:

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.

Height
5cm (1.97")
Width
13cm (5.12")
Depth
4.5cm (1.77")
Date of Manufacture

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this Silver Shoe Pin Cushion to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1118362
Dealers Internal Ref
JANV81
Julie Cartwright Antiques
Julie Cartwright Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2009
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George V Silver "Shoe" Pin Cushion by S. Blanckensee & Sons, Birmingham 1911

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A small polished sterling silver novelty shoe pin cushion featuring a bright blue velvet insert and dark laces.
GEORGE V SILVER "SHOE" PIN CUSHION BY S. BLANCKENSEE & SONS, BIRMINGHAM 1911
Ref: SA1118362
A small polished sterling silver novelty shoe pin cushion featuring a bright blue velvet insert and dark laces.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectPin cushions
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialSterling silver, velvet
  • ColourSilver and blue
  • MotifsPerforated toe cap detailing, Velvet upholstery, Laced shoe design
  • SizeH 5 cm (2 in) x W 13 cm (5 in) x D 4.5 cm (2 in)

FAQs

Novelty silver pin cushions gained immense popularity in late-Victorian and Edwardian Britain, often crafted in whimsical shapes such as animals, furniture, and footwear to appeal to collectors and domestic users alike.

These pieces typically feature a cast or pressed sterling silver body, often marked with British hallmarks, and are fitted with an internal stuffing material covered in silk, plush, or velvet to securely hold pins and needles.

Authenticity is usually confirmed by checking for legible British silver hallmarks indicating the assay office, makers mark, and date letter, alongside examining the traditional construction methods and natural wear to the velvet insert.

Such decorative items are ideally placed on a dressing table, mantlepiece, or inside a glass-fronted cabinet to highlight their intricate craftsmanship and historical charm without cluttering the space.

Silver should be cleaned sparingly with a non-abrasive specialist cloth to preserve hallmarks, while velvet inserts must be kept dry and protected from direct sunlight to prevent fading and textile degradation.
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