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Rare Edwardian Silver Emu Pin Cushion
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for sale €525     $570
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Sturmans Antiques

Sturmans Antiques

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Rare Edwardian Silver Emu Pin Cushion

1900 - 1920
Description

A rare Edwardian solid silver pin cushion with an Emu perched on a shell, hallmarked Birmingham 1910. The solid silver Emu superbly detailed with small rubies forming the eyes and original velvet covered pad to its back forming the pin cushion. The Emu is perched on the side of polished oyster shell with a pearl set to the centre. Turned ebony foot with circular silver mount and stem sat on top, which is supporting the shell. Bears the makers mark for Birmingham silversmiths and pin cushion specialist Adie & Lovekin along with clear hallmarks to all sections. Presented in superb original condition. Keep up to date via our Instagram channel - sturmansantiques.

Date of Manufacture

Sturmans Antiques has dated this Silver Emu Pin Cushion to the Edwardian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
7cm (2.76")
Width
7.5cm (2.95")
Depth
6.5cm (2.56")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1242510
Dealers Internal Reference
Stock number 44341
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Description
A rare Edwardian solid silver pin cushion with an Emu perched on a shell, hallmarked Birmingham 1910.
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The solid silver Emu superbly detailed with small rubies forming the eyes and original velvet covered pad to its back forming the pin cushion.
Sturmans Antiques

The Emu is perched on the side of polished oyster shell with a pearl set to the centre. Turned ebony foot with circular silver mount and stem sat on top, which is supporting the shell. Bears the makers mark for Birmingham silversmiths and pin cushion specialist Adie & Lovekin along with clear hallmarks to all sections. Presented in superb original condition. Keep up to date via our Instagram channel - sturmansantiques.

Date of Manufacture

Sturmans Antiques has dated this Silver Emu Pin Cushion to the Edwardian era.

Height
7cm (2.76")
Width
7.5cm (2.95")
Depth
6.5cm (2.56")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1242510
Dealers Internal Ref
Stock number 44341
Sturmans Antiques
Sturmans Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2012

Specialists in antique walnut & oak furniture, upholstered chairs, globes, boxes & tantaluses, clocks & barometers, old moorcroft & silver

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Trade Associations

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An Edwardian sterling silver emu figurine with an embedded fabric pin cushion, mounted on a polished mother-of-pearl shell dish.
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Archive I An Edwardian sterling silver emu figurine with an embedded fabric pin cushion, mounted on a polished mother-of-pearl shell dish.

Rare Edwardian Silver Emu Pin Cushion

Archive II An Edwardian sterling silver emu figurine with an embedded fabric pin cushion, mounted on a polished mother-of-pearl shell dish. View II
Archive III An Edwardian sterling silver emu figurine with an embedded fabric pin cushion, mounted on a polished mother-of-pearl shell dish. View III
Archive IV An Edwardian sterling silver emu figurine with an embedded fabric pin cushion, mounted on a polished mother-of-pearl shell dish. View IV
Archive V An Edwardian sterling silver emu figurine with an embedded fabric pin cushion, mounted on a polished mother-of-pearl shell dish. View V
Archive VI An Edwardian sterling silver emu figurine with an embedded fabric pin cushion, mounted on a polished mother-of-pearl shell dish. View VI
Archive VII An Edwardian sterling silver emu figurine with an embedded fabric pin cushion, mounted on a polished mother-of-pearl shell dish. View VII
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Main Street
Hawes
North Yorkshire
DL8 3QW
United Kingdom
Verified Since Sep 2012
Items For Sale 181
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Sturmans Antiques
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Verified Since Sep 2012
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Location: Sturmans Antiques Ltd, Main Street, Hawes, North Yorkshire, DL8 3QW, United Kingdom
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An Edwardian sterling silver emu figurine with an embedded fabric pin cushion, mounted on a polished mother-of-pearl shell dish.
Rare Edwardian Silver Emu Pin Cushion
Ref: SA1242510
An Edwardian sterling silver emu figurine with an embedded fabric pin cushion, mounted on a polished mother-of-pearl shell dish.
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  • ObjectPin Cushions
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialSterling Silver, Mother of Pearl, Velvet, Wood
  • ColourSilver, Cream
  • MotifsEmu figurine, Mother of pearl shell, Pearl accents, Turned circular base
  • SizeH 7 cm (3 in) x W 7.5 cm (3 in) x D 6.5 cm (3 in)

During the Edwardian era, silver pin cushions were frequently crafted in whimsical, naturalistic forms such as animals, birds, and insects. These decorative desktop and sewing novelties combined functional velvet or fabric pads with detailed sterling silver casting.

These items typically feature cast or spun sterling silver components combined with velvet or velvet-filled cushions. Accent elements often incorporated carved mother-of-pearl shells, synthetic or natural pearls, glass paste eyes, and turned wooden bases.

Authentic British pieces from this era bear official silver hallmarks, including a makers mark, town mark, purity mark, and date letter. Look for crisp detail in the casting along with natural age-related patina or surface oxidisation.

Position small silver novelties on an office desk, curated bookshelf, or dressing table alongside leather-bound books and trinket trays. They function as conversation pieces and decorative desktop organisers for small items like rings or pins.

Clean silver sections gently using a soft, non-abrasive silver cloth while avoiding harsh liquid polishes near organic materials. Keep mother-of-pearl dry and dust it with a soft microfibre cloth to protect its natural iridescence.
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