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Edwardian Silver Pig Pin Cushion by Adie & Lovekin, Birmingham 1902
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Edwardian Silver Pig Pin Cushion by Adie & Lovekin, Birmingham 1902

1900 - 1920
Sold 3 August 2026 · Julie Cartwright Antiques
This “Edwardian Silver Pig Pin Cushion by Adie & Lovekin, Birmingham 1902” found a buyer.

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Description

This is a delightful solid silver pin cushion in the form of a pig, always a very popular subject. It was made by Adie & Lovekin and dates circa 1900. It is full of character and is in very good condition. Fitted with its original green velvet cushion.

Hallmarks:

L&S for Levi & Salaman.

Lion Passant

Date letter erased but looks like "c" for 1902.

Birmingham Assay mark.

Dimensions:

Length: 5cm / 2 inches.

Maximum width: 1.5cm / 0.5 inches.

Maximum height: 3cm / 1.2 inches.

Condition:

Silver casing in very good condition.

A couple of minute dings commensurate with age.

cushion in very good order.

Postage

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO ADD POSTAGE AT CHECKOUT.

Postage UK: £5 Royal Mail Tracked 24.

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
3cm (1.18")
Width
5cm (1.97")
Depth
1.5cm (0.59")
Declaration

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

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1171296
Dealers Internal Reference
OCT84
Description
This is a delightful solid silver pin cushion in the form of a pig, always a very popular subject. It was made by Adie & Lovekin and dates circa 1900. It is full of character and is in very good condition. Fitted with its original green velvet cushion.
fig 1. An Edwardian sterling silver pin cushion shaped like a standing pig with a green velvet insert along its back.
fig 1. Edwardian Silver Pig Pin Cushion by Adie & Lovekin, Birmingham 1902

Hallmarks:

L&S for Levi & Salaman.

Lion Passant

Date letter erased but looks like "c" for 1902.

Birmingham Assay mark.

Dimensions:

Length: 5cm / 2 inches.

Maximum width: 1.5cm / 0.5 inches.

Maximum height: 3cm / 1.2 inches.

fig 2. An Edwardian sterling silver pin cushion shaped like a standing pig with a green velvet insert along its back.
fig 2. Edwardian Silver Pig Pin Cushion by Adie & Lovekin, Birmingham 1902

Condition:

Silver casing in very good condition.

A couple of minute dings commensurate with age.

cushion in very good order.

Postage

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO ADD POSTAGE AT CHECKOUT.

Postage UK: £5 Royal Mail Tracked 24.

fig 3. An Edwardian sterling silver pin cushion shaped like a standing pig with a green velvet insert along its back.
fig 3. Edwardian Silver Pig Pin Cushion by Adie & Lovekin, Birmingham 1902

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
3cm (1.18")
Width
5cm (1.97")
Depth
1.5cm (0.59")
Date of Manufacture

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

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1171296
Dealers Internal Ref
OCT84
Julie Cartwright Antiques
Julie Cartwright Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2009
Dealer Profile

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An Edwardian sterling silver pin cushion shaped like a standing pig with a green velvet insert along its back.
EDWARDIAN SILVER PIG PIN CUSHION BY ADIE & LOVEKIN, BIRMINGHAM 1902
Ref: SA1171296
An Edwardian sterling silver pin cushion shaped like a standing pig with a green velvet insert along its back.
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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 Green
  • MotifsFigural animal shape, Detailed facial features, Textured velvet insert, Integrated hallmarks
  • SizeH 3 cm (1 in) x W 5 cm (2 in) x D 1.5 cm (1 in)

FAQs

Novelty silver pin cushions gained immense popularity in Britain during the late Victorian and Edwardian periods, often manufactured by specialist silversmiths in Birmingham. These small decorative items were crafted in various animal and object shapes to serve as functional desk or dressing table accessories for affluent households.

These pieces typically feature a stamped or cast sterling silver body, often filled with cork or sawdust to maintain structural integrity, and topped with a plush velvet, mohair, or silk cushion insert to hold pins and needles securely.

Authenticity is usually verified by clear British hallmarks stamped on the silver body, including the makers mark (such as Adie & Lovekin), the lion passant for sterling silver, the town assay mark (e.g., the anchor for Birmingham), and a specific date letter corresponding to the year of manufacture.

Such small decorative objects suit placement on a dressing table tray, a bookshelf display, or an executive desk surface, adding a touch of historical charm and tactile interest to contemporary spaces.

Silver should be cleaned periodically with a specialised microfibre cloth, avoiding harsh abrasive polishes that can wear away hallmarks or thin metal. The textile cushion insert must be kept dry and protected from direct sunlight to prevent fading and deterioration.
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