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Small George V Silver "Hatching Chick" Pin Cushion by Sampson Mordan & Co, Chester 1915
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Small George V Silver "Hatching Chick" Pin Cushion by Sampson Mordan & Co, Chester 1915

1900 - 1920
Sold 6 December 2024 · Julie Cartwright Antiques
This “Small George V Silver "Hatching Chick" Pin Cushion by Sampson Mordan & Co, Chester 1915” found a buyer.

It was listed by Julie Cartwright Antiques. Sold pieces stay on Sellingantiques as a record of what has passed through, and the next one is rarely far away.

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Description

This delightful silver "hatching chick" pin cushion was designed by the highly collectable Sampson Mordan & Co and is fully hallmarked for Chester 1915. The pin cushion is designed as a newly hatched chick sitting in half an egg shell. It is beautifully detailed, with the chick's back being the cushion, which is finished in fuschia velvet. The chick is 'weighted' in such a way that, should it be knocked over, it will 'right' itself.

Hallmarks:

SM & Co for Sampson Mordan & Co Ltd.

Lion passant.

Chester Assay mark.

Date letter "P" for 1915.

RD number: 475678

Condition:

Very good.

Silver casing in good condition.

Base with some unevenness.

Velvet in very good condition.

Dimensions:

Length (beak to tail): 2.5cm / 1 inch.

Height: 2.5cm / 1 inch

Width: 1.5cm / 0.6 inches.

Delivery:

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

Physical Dimensions
Height
2.5cm (0.98")
Width
1.5cm (0.59")
Depth
2.5cm (0.98")
Declaration

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

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1112084
Dealers Internal Reference
DEC86
Description
This delightful silver "hatching chick" pin cushion was designed by the highly collectable Sampson Mordan & Co and is fully hallmarked for Chester 1915. The pin cushion is designed as a newly hatched chick sitting in half an egg shell.
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It is beautifully detailed, with the chick's back being the cushion, which is finished in fuschia velvet.
Julie Cartwright Antiques

The chick is 'weighted' in such a way that, should it be knocked over, it will 'right' itself.

fig 1. A small sterling silver pin cushion in the shape of a hatching chick emerging from a cracked egg, featuring a purple velvet insert.
fig 1. Small George V Silver "Hatching Chick" Pin Cushion by Sampson Mordan & Co, Chester 1915

Hallmarks:

SM & Co for Sampson Mordan & Co Ltd.

Lion passant.

Chester Assay mark.

Date letter "P" for 1915.

RD number: 475678

Condition:

Very good.

Silver casing in good condition.

Base with some unevenness.

Velvet in very good condition.

fig 2. A small sterling silver pin cushion in the shape of a hatching chick emerging from a cracked egg, featuring a purple velvet insert.
fig 2. Small George V Silver "Hatching Chick" Pin Cushion by Sampson Mordan & Co, Chester 1915

Dimensions:

Length (beak to tail): 2.5cm / 1 inch.

Height: 2.5cm / 1 inch

Width: 1.5cm / 0.6 inches.

Delivery:

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO ADD POSTAGE AT CHECKOUT.

Postage UK: £8 Special Delivery Next day.

Postage overseas: £15 International Signed For.

fig 3. A small sterling silver pin cushion in the shape of a hatching chick emerging from a cracked egg, featuring a purple velvet insert.
fig 3. Small George V Silver "Hatching Chick" Pin Cushion by Sampson Mordan & Co, Chester 1915

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
2.5cm (0.98")
Width
1.5cm (0.59")
Depth
2.5cm (0.98")
Date of Manufacture

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

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1112084
Dealers Internal Ref
DEC86
Julie Cartwright Antiques
Julie Cartwright Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2009
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Archive I A small sterling silver pin cushion in the shape of a hatching chick emerging from a cracked egg, featuring a purple velvet insert. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Small George V Silver "Hatching Chick" Pin Cushion by Sampson Mordan & Co, Chester 1915

Archive II A small sterling silver pin cushion in the shape of a hatching chick emerging from a cracked egg, featuring a purple velvet insert. View II
Archive III A small sterling silver pin cushion in the shape of a hatching chick emerging from a cracked egg, featuring a purple velvet insert. View III
Archive IV A small sterling silver pin cushion in the shape of a hatching chick emerging from a cracked egg, featuring a purple velvet insert. View IV
Archive V A small sterling silver pin cushion in the shape of a hatching chick emerging from a cracked egg, featuring a purple velvet insert. View V
Archive VI A small sterling silver pin cushion in the shape of a hatching chick emerging from a cracked egg, featuring a purple velvet insert. View VI
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Julie Cartwright Antiques

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Telephone 07947 998435
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Verified Since Jun 2009
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Items Sold 2,226
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A small sterling silver pin cushion in the shape of a hatching chick emerging from a cracked egg, featuring a purple velvet insert.
SMALL GEORGE V SILVER "HATCHING CHICK" PIN CUSHION BY SAMPSON MORDAN & CO, CHESTER 1915
Ref: SA1112084
A small sterling silver pin cushion in the shape of a hatching chick emerging from a cracked egg, featuring a purple velvet insert.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectPin Cushions
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian / George V
  • MaterialSilver, Velvet
  • ColourSilver and Purple
  • MotifsChasing, Animal figurine, Cracked egg
  • SizeH 2.5 cm (1 in) x W 1.5 cm (1 in) x D 2.5 cm (1 in)

FAQs

Novelty silver pin cushions gained immense popularity during the late Victorian and Edwardian periods, reflecting a Victorian penchant for combining utility with whimsical animal and everyday object designs.

These pieces were typically crafted using sterling silver via traditional stamping, chasing, and casting methods, fitted with a silk, velvet, or plush fabric cushion insert secured within the metal cavity.

Authentic pieces usually bear the distinct makers mark of Sampson Mordan & Co, alongside clear sterling silver hallmarks indicating the assay office and date letter, often accompanied by a British registry design number.

As small decorative objects, they fit well displayed on mantelpieces, glass cabinets, or writing desks, where their fine detail can be appreciated up close.

Silver components should be carefully cleaned with a specialist microfibre cloth and non-abrasive silver polish, taking strict care to keep moisture, polishes, and chemicals away from the original fabric cushion.
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