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Antique Sterling Silver Officer's Peaked Cap Pin Cushion 1914
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Antique Sterling Silver Officer's Peaked Cap Pin Cushion 1914

1900 - 1920
Sold 27 September 2024 · Robert Bush Antiques
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Description

This is a super antique hallmarked sterling silver pin cushion in the style of an officer's peaked cap measuring 2 3/4? (7 cms) x 2 3/4" (7 cms) x 1" (2.5 cms) high.

It’s hallmarked for Birmingham 1914 with the silversmiths mark for S.Blanckensee & Son Ltd and it weighs 25.9 grams.

There is some minor fading to the cushion but otherwise it's in great condition.

This pin cushion will come in a gift box with a certificate of authenticity.

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Please go to www.robertbushantiques.co.uk if you would like to see our full inventory.

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

Robert Bush Antiques has dated this Silver Officer Cap Pin Cushion to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
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SA923802
Dealers Internal Reference
9001
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Description
This is a super antique hallmarked sterling silver pin cushion in the style of an officer's peaked cap measuring 2 3/4? (7 cms) x 2 3/4" (7 cms) x 1" (2.5 cms) high.

It’s hallmarked for Birmingham 1914 with the silversmiths mark for S.Blanckensee & Son Ltd and it weighs 25.9 grams.

fig 1. An antique sterling silver novelty pin cushion shaped as a military peaked officers cap with a dark fabric top.
fig 1. Antique Sterling Silver Officer's Peaked Cap Pin Cushion 1914

There is some minor fading to the cushion but otherwise it's in great condition.

This pin cushion will come in a gift box with a certificate of authenticity.

Free worldwide fully insured shipping

Please go to www.robertbushantiques.co.uk if you would like to see our full inventory.

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

Robert Bush Antiques has dated this Silver Officer Cap Pin Cushion to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA923802
Dealers Internal Ref
9001
Robert Bush Antiques
Robert Bush Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2013

Antique georgian, victorian & edwardian silverware & collectables, antique boxes and caddies and decorative items.

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Robert Bush Antiques Profile Page

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Robert Bush Antiques is a registered member of LAPADA 

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Robert Bush Antiques

Robert Bush Antiques
Telephone 07836 236 911
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The Uplands
Loughton
Essex
IG10 1NQ
United Kingdom
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An antique sterling silver novelty pin cushion shaped as a military peaked officers cap with a dark fabric top.
Antique Sterling Silver Officer's Peaked Cap Pin Cushion 1914
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An antique sterling silver novelty pin cushion shaped as a military peaked officers cap with a dark fabric top.
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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
  • MotifsPeaked cap shape, Upholstered top, Visor detail
  • SizeH 2.5 cm (1 in) x W 7 cm (3 in) x D 7 cm (3 in)

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Novelty silver pin cushions gained immense popularity in Britain during the late Victorian and Edwardian periods, reflecting a cultural fascination with miniature, highly detailed silver objects fashioned into everyday shapes.

These items were typically constructed from sterling silver, often formed via metal spinning or stamping, and weighted internally with plaster or wood to provide stability, finished with an upholstered velvet or plush cushion insert.

Authentic pieces bear genuine British hallmarks indicating the assay office, standard mark, and date letter, alongside heavier internal weighting and appropriate surface wear and patina consistent with age.

These small objects integrate well as curiosities on a bookshelf, desk, or mantelpiece, where their metallic sheen and historical character add subtle detail to vignette displays.

Silver components should be carefully maintained using a soft microfibre cloth and specialized silver polish, avoiding contact with the fabric cushion to prevent moisture or chemical damage.
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