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Edwardian Spot Hammered Silver "Canoe" Pin Cushion by Saunders & Shepherd , Birmingham 1905
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Edwardian Spot Hammered Silver "Canoe" Pin Cushion by Saunders & Shepherd , Birmingham 1905

1900 - 1920
Sold 17 December 2025 · Julie Cartwright Antiques
This “Edwardian Spot Hammered Silver "Canoe" Pin Cushion by Saunders & Shepherd , Birmingham 1905 ” found a buyer.

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Description

This exquisite and rather rare solid silver pin cushion in the form of a canoe is dated Birmingham 1905 and bears the mark of the sought-after silversmiths Saunders & Shepherd. The spot hammered silver casing fitted with a blue velvet cushion. The base fully hallmarked.

Hallmarks:

CS*FS for Cornelius Desormeaux Saunders & James Francis Hollings Shepherd.

Birmingham Assay Mark.

Lion Passant.

Date letter "e" for 1905.

Dimensions:

Length: 9cm / 3.4 inches.

Width: 2.5cm / 1 inch.

Height: 2.5cm / 1 inch.

Condition:

Very good.

Postage:

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO ADD POSTAGE AT CHECKOUT.

Postage UK: £7 Special delivery next day.

Postage overseas: £15 International Signed For.

You can pay by PayPal, bank transfer, cheque, debit or credit card.

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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
9cm (3.54")
Depth
2.5cm (0.98")
Declaration

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

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA933287
Dealers Internal Reference
OCT87
Description
This exquisite and rather rare solid silver pin cushion in the form of a canoe is dated Birmingham 1905 and bears the mark of the sought-after silversmiths Saunders & Shepherd. The spot hammered silver casing fitted with a blue velvet cushion. The base fully hallmarked.
fig 1. A small canoe-shaped sterling silver pin cushion featuring a textured, hammered surface exterior and a fitted blue velvet upper section.
fig 1. Edwardian Spot Hammered Silver "Canoe" Pin Cushion by Saunders & Shepherd , Birmingham 1905

Hallmarks:

CS*FS for Cornelius Desormeaux Saunders & James Francis Hollings Shepherd.

Birmingham Assay Mark.

Lion Passant.

Date letter "e" for 1905.

Dimensions:

Length: 9cm / 3.4 inches.

Width: 2.5cm / 1 inch.

fig 2. A small canoe-shaped sterling silver pin cushion featuring a textured, hammered surface exterior and a fitted blue velvet upper section.
fig 2. Edwardian Spot Hammered Silver "Canoe" Pin Cushion by Saunders & Shepherd , Birmingham 1905

Height: 2.5cm / 1 inch.

Condition:

Very good.

Postage:

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO ADD POSTAGE AT CHECKOUT.

Postage UK: £7 Special delivery next day.

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 01449 760 585.

Height
2.5cm (0.98")
Width
9cm (3.54")
Depth
2.5cm (0.98")
Date of Manufacture

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

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA933287
Dealers Internal Ref
OCT87
Julie Cartwright Antiques
Julie Cartwright Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2009
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Archive I A small canoe-shaped sterling silver pin cushion featuring a textured, hammered surface exterior and a fitted blue velvet upper section. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Edwardian Spot Hammered Silver "Canoe" Pin Cushion by Saunders & Shepherd , Birmingham 1905

Archive II A small canoe-shaped sterling silver pin cushion featuring a textured, hammered surface exterior and a fitted blue velvet upper section. View II
Archive III A small canoe-shaped sterling silver pin cushion featuring a textured, hammered surface exterior and a fitted blue velvet upper section. View III
Archive IV A small canoe-shaped sterling silver pin cushion featuring a textured, hammered surface exterior and a fitted blue velvet upper section. View IV
Archive V A small canoe-shaped sterling silver pin cushion featuring a textured, hammered surface exterior and a fitted blue velvet upper section. View V
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Julie Cartwright Antiques

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Verified Since Jun 2009
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A small canoe-shaped sterling silver pin cushion featuring a textured, hammered surface exterior and a fitted blue velvet upper section.
EDWARDIAN SPOT HAMMERED SILVER "CANOE" PIN CUSHION BY SAUNDERS & SHEPHERD , BIRMINGHAM 1905
Ref: SA933287
A small canoe-shaped sterling silver pin cushion featuring a textured, hammered surface exterior and a fitted blue velvet upper section.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectPin Cushion
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialSterling Silver, Velvet
  • ColourSilver and Blue
  • MotifsSpot hammered texture, Canoe form, Upholstered velvet insert
  • SizeH 2.5 cm (1 in) x W 9 cm (4 in) x D 2.5 cm (1 in)

FAQs

Novelty silver pin cushions became immensely popular in late-Victorian and Edwardian Britain, often produced in whimsical shapes such as animals, shoes, and boats to cater to affluent collectors of small domestic silver.

These items were typically constructed from sterling silver featuring chased, embossed, or spot-hammered surface details, fitted internally with cork or sawdust stuffing and upholstered in plush silk velvet or plush fabrics to secure pins.

Authentic pieces generally bear clear British hallmark stamps indicating the assay office, silver standard, and makers mark, alongside period-appropriate construction methods such as hand-hammering and traditional textile inserts.

Such miniature objects are typically displayed on dressing tables, mantelpieces, or inside glass cabinets, serving as sophisticated conversation pieces that add metallic texture and historical interest to small surface spaces.

Silver components should be cleaned sparingly with a non-abrasive microfibre cloth to preserve hallmarks and patination, while velvet inserts must be kept dry and protected from direct sunlight to prevent fading and textile degradation.
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