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Rare Edwardian Silver Frog Pin Cushion by Adie & Lovekin, Birmingham 1908
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Rare Edwardian Silver Frog Pin Cushion by Adie & Lovekin, Birmingham 1908

1900 - 1920
Sold 1 October 2024 · Julie Cartwright Antiques
This “Rare Edwardian Silver Frog Pin Cushion by Adie & Lovekin, Birmingham 1908” found a buyer.

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Description

This is a delightful and very collectable Edwardian silver Novelty "frog" pin cushion. It was made by the prolific Adie & Lovekin and is dated Birmingham 1908. Modelled as a frog, a very desirable subject, and fitted with the original green velvet cushion.

Hallmarks:

AL&L for Adie & Lovekin.

Birmingham Assay Mark.

Lion Passant.

Date letter "i" for 1908.

Dimensions:

Length: 4.5cm / 1.4 inches.

Width: 3cm / 1.2 inches.

Height: 2.5cm / 2 inch.

Condition:

Very good.

Silver casing in very good condition.

Hallmarks are identifiable.

Original velvet cushion a little worn at places, commensurate with age and use.

Postage:

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO ADD POSTAGE AT CHECKOUT.

Postage UK: £8 Special Delivery Next day.

Postage overseas: £15 International Signed For.

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Physical Dimensions
Height
2.5cm (0.98")
Width
3cm (1.18")
Depth
4.4cm (1.73")
Declaration

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

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA997905
Dealers Internal Reference
JUIL94
Description
This is a delightful and very collectable Edwardian silver Novelty "frog" pin cushion. It was made by the prolific Adie & Lovekin and is dated Birmingham 1908. Modelled as a frog, a very desirable subject, and fitted with the original green velvet cushion.
fig 1. An Edwardian sterling silver figural pin cushion modelled as a crouching frog with a green velvet insert on its back.
fig 1. Rare Edwardian Silver Frog Pin Cushion by Adie & Lovekin, Birmingham 1908

Hallmarks:

AL&L for Adie & Lovekin.

Birmingham Assay Mark.

Lion Passant.

Date letter "i" for 1908.

Dimensions:

Length: 4.5cm / 1.4 inches.

Width: 3cm / 1.2 inches.

Height: 2.5cm / 2 inch.

Condition:

Very good.

Silver casing in very good condition.

fig 2. An Edwardian sterling silver figural pin cushion modelled as a crouching frog with a green velvet insert on its back.
fig 2. Rare Edwardian Silver Frog Pin Cushion by Adie & Lovekin, Birmingham 1908

Hallmarks are identifiable.

Original velvet cushion a little worn at places, commensurate with age and use.

Postage:

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO ADD POSTAGE AT CHECKOUT.

Postage UK: £8 Special Delivery Next day.

fig 3. An Edwardian sterling silver figural pin cushion modelled as a crouching frog with a green velvet insert on its back.
fig 3. Rare Edwardian Silver Frog Pin Cushion by Adie & Lovekin, Birmingham 1908

Postage overseas: £15 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 07947 998 435.

Height
2.5cm (0.98")
Width
3cm (1.18")
Depth
4.4cm (1.73")
Date of Manufacture

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

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA997905
Dealers Internal Ref
JUIL94
Julie Cartwright Antiques
Julie Cartwright Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2009
Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Julie Cartwright Antiques Profile Page

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An Edwardian sterling silver figural pin cushion modelled as a crouching frog with a green velvet insert on its back.
RARE EDWARDIAN SILVER FROG PIN CUSHION BY ADIE & LOVEKIN, BIRMINGHAM 1908
Ref: SA997905
An Edwardian sterling silver figural pin cushion modelled as a crouching frog with a green velvet insert on 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 representation, Textured velvet insert, Embossed hallmarking
  • SizeH 2.5 cm (1 in) x W 3 cm (1 in) x D 4.4 cm (2 in)

FAQs

Novelty silver pin cushions gained immense popularity in late Victorian and Edwardian Britain, produced by specialist makers who cast miniature animals, birds, and household objects in sterling silver to serve as functional desk and dressing table accessories.

These pieces were typically crafted using sterling silver sheet or cast components, fitted with a plush silk velvet or wool insert stuffed with sawdust or wool to securely hold sewing pins.

Authentic pieces bear clear British hallmarks stamped directly onto the silver body, including the makers mark (such as Adie & Lovekin), the town mark (three anchors for Birmingham), the lion passant for sterling silver, and a date letter corresponding to the year of manufacture.

Place small novelty silver objects on a stack of art books, a marble mantelpiece, or inside a glass-fronted cabinet to add a touch of historical character and refined metallic detail to contemporary schemes.

Clean sterling silver gently with a specialist microfibre polishing cloth to prevent the removal of original patination, and keep moisture away from the fabric cushion to avoid deterioration of the internal stuffing.
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