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Exquisite Edwardian Silver Duck Pin Cushion by Sydney & Co, Birmingham 1908
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Exquisite Edwardian Silver Duck Pin Cushion by Sydney & Co, Birmingham 1908

1900 - 1920
Sold 25 May 2026 · Julie Cartwright Antiques
This “Exquisite Edwardian Silver Duck Pin Cushion by Sydney & Co, Birmingham 1908” found a buyer.

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Description

This delightful and unusual Edwardian silver duck pin cushion bears the marks of Sydney & Co and is dated Birmingham 1908. The body with detailed plumage rests on a circular base. The eyes inset with turquoise cabochons, a rare and exquisite detail. The original cushion finished in teal velvet. The underside with green Morocco leather.

Hallmarks:

S&C for Sydney & Co.

Birmingham Assay Mark.

Lion Passant.

Date letter "i" for 1908.

RD number

Condition:

Good

Body in good condition, with a few creases commensurate with age.

Dimensions:

Length: 6cm / 2.2 inches.

Height: 3.5cm / 1.3 inches.

Width: 2.5cm / 1 inches.

Postage:

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Postage UK: £8 Special Delivery Next day.

Postage overseas: £17 International Signed For.

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Physical Dimensions
Height
3.5cm (1.38")
Width
6cm (2.36")
Depth
2.5cm (0.98")
Declaration

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

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1131568
Dealers Internal Reference
MARS78
Description
This delightful and unusual Edwardian silver duck pin cushion bears the marks of Sydney & Co and is dated Birmingham 1908. The body with detailed plumage rests on a circular base. The eyes inset with turquoise cabochons, a rare and exquisite detail. The original cushion finished in teal velvet. The underside with green Morocco leather.
fig 1. A small Edwardian silver pin cushion modelled in the shape of a duck with a dark fabric insert on its back.
fig 1. Exquisite Edwardian Silver Duck Pin Cushion by Sydney & Co, Birmingham 1908

Hallmarks:

S&C for Sydney & Co.

Birmingham Assay Mark.

Lion Passant.

Date letter "i" for 1908.

RD number

Condition:

Good

Body in good condition, with a few creases commensurate with age.

Dimensions:

Length: 6cm / 2.2 inches.

fig 2. A small Edwardian silver pin cushion modelled in the shape of a duck with a dark fabric insert on its back.
fig 2. Exquisite Edwardian Silver Duck Pin Cushion by Sydney & Co, Birmingham 1908

Height: 3.5cm / 1.3 inches.

Width: 2.5cm / 1 inches.

Postage:

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO ADD POSTAGE AT CHECKOUT.

Postage UK: £8 Special Delivery Next day.

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
3.5cm (1.38")
Width
6cm (2.36")
Depth
2.5cm (0.98")
Date of Manufacture

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

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1131568
Dealers Internal Ref
MARS78
Julie Cartwright Antiques
Julie Cartwright Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2009
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A small Edwardian silver pin cushion modelled in the shape of a duck with a dark fabric insert on its back.
EXQUISITE EDWARDIAN SILVER DUCK PIN CUSHION BY SYDNEY & CO, BIRMINGHAM 1908
Ref: SA1131568
A small Edwardian silver pin cushion modelled in the shape of a duck with a dark fabric 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
  • MaterialSilver, Velvet, Glass
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsFigural duck form, Embossed plumage detailing, Inset stone eye
  • SizeH 3.5 cm (1 in) x W 6 cm (2 in) x D 2.5 cm (1 in)

FAQs

Novelty silver pin cushions became immensely popular in late Victorian and Edwardian Britain, produced by makers such as S. Blanckensee & Son and Sydney & Co. These miniature figural pieces, often shaped as animals, birds, and household objects, served as both practical sewing accessories and decorative chatelaine pieces for the fashionable household.

These items were typically manufactured using sterling silver, shaped via stamping or chasing techniques, and fitted with an internal cork or wooden core to securely hold pins. The inserts were traditionally lined with velvet, silk, or plush fabric in various colours, while glass or paste stones were frequently flush-set to represent eyes.

Authentic pieces bear clear British hallmarks stamped directly onto the silver body, indicating the makers mark, assay office (such as Birmingham or Chester), and a date letter corresponding to the early 20th century. Collectors should examine the wear on the hallmarks, the tightness of the fabric insert, and the natural oxidisation patterns within the recessed details.

Small silver novelties add a touch of curated historic charm when displayed upon dressing tables, within glass-fronted cabinets, or styled as decorative objects on a mantelpiece alongside modern minimalist decor. Their reflective metallic surface and intricate detailing provide a sophisticated focal point in study or bedroom settings.

Silver components should be cleaned sparingly using a soft, non-abrasive microfiber cloth and specialized silver polish, taking care to avoid contact with the fabric insert to prevent staining or degradation. Items should be stored in a dry environment away from direct sunlight to protect both the metallic finish and the integrity of the original textile padding.
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