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Novelty Antique Silver Pin Cushion - Pug
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Novelty Antique Silver Pin Cushion - Pug

1900 - 1920
Description

A rare find! A solid sterling silver pin cushion modelled as a pug.

He dates from the Edwardian era and is hallmarked for Birmingham 1906, with the maker's mark for Crisford & Norris. The marks are a little rubbed but are still discernible.

The body is in great condition and stands well. He has slightly prominent red glass eyes and excellent detailing on his collar and face.

Dimensions:

Length: 7cm

Width: 2.5cm

Height: 5.5cm

Weight: 38g.

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.

Physical Dimensions
Height
5.5cm (2.17")
Width
7cm (2.76")
Depth
2.5cm (0.98")
Declaration

The Silver Cabinet has dated this Silver Pug Pin Cushion to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA867398
Dealers Internal Reference
C637
Description
A rare find! A solid sterling silver pin cushion modelled as a pug.
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He dates from the Edwardian era and is hallmarked for Birmingham 1906, with the maker's mark for Crisford & Norris.
The Silver Cabinet

The marks are a little rubbed but are still discernible.

fig 1. An antique silver pin cushion shaped like a standing pug dog featuring amber glass eyes and a blue velvet cushion set into its back.
fig 1. Novelty Antique Silver Pin Cushion - Pug

The body is in great condition and stands well. He has slightly prominent red glass eyes and excellent detailing on his collar and face.

Dimensions:

Length: 7cm

Width: 2.5cm

Height: 5.5cm

Weight: 38g.

Complimentary gift wrapping is available on request.

fig 2. An antique silver pin cushion shaped like a standing pug dog featuring amber glass eyes and a blue velvet cushion set into its back.
fig 2. Novelty Antique Silver Pin Cushion - Pug

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.

Height
5.5cm (2.17")
Width
7cm (2.76")
Depth
2.5cm (0.98")
Date of Manufacture

The Silver Cabinet has dated this Silver Pug Pin Cushion to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA867398
Dealers Internal Ref
C637
The Silver Cabinet
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2014
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Archive I An antique silver pin cushion shaped like a standing pug dog featuring amber glass eyes and a blue velvet cushion set into its back.

Novelty Antique Silver Pin Cushion - Pug

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An antique silver pin cushion shaped like a standing pug dog featuring amber glass eyes and a blue velvet cushion set into its back.
Novelty Antique Silver Pin Cushion - Pug
Ref: SA867398
An antique silver pin cushion shaped like a standing pug dog featuring amber glass eyes and a blue velvet cushion set into its back.
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FAQs

Novelty silver pin cushions are small, decorative sewing implements fashioned into figurative forms such as animals, footwear, or vehicles. Popularised during the late Victorian and Edwardian periods, these objects combine cast silver casings with plush textile centers designed to hold pins and needles.

These items were predominantly cast from sterling silver or electroplated nickel silver. The internal cushions were stuffed with natural materials such as emery sand or horsehair and upholstered in durable fabrics like velvet or silk, with small glass or enamel beads frequently used for animal eyes.

Authentic British silver pin cushions typically display official hallmarks indicating the silver purity, assay office, date letter, and makers mark. Pieces from this era show characteristic details such as original velvet inserts, weighted bases, and precise casting around intricate features like animal fur and collars.

Small novelty silver objects can be styled inside glass display cloches, set upon stacked books on a shelf, or incorporated into a vignette on a side table or desk alongside other silver metalwork and vintage collectibles.

Silver components should be cleaned gently using a soft, non-abrasive cotton cloth and specialized silver polish, avoiding contact with the fabric cushion. Excessive moisture should be prevented to protect both the internal textile stuffing and the silver finish from tarnishing or oxidisation.
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