Lot 364 , A near pair of Edwardian silver novelty pin cushions, each modelled as a pig, length approx. 2in.

A near pair of Edwardian silver novelty pin cushions, each modelled as a pig, Adie & Lovekin Ltd, Birmingham, 1905/6, length approx. 2in.
Estimate £200-300

1905 pig- One ear has been pushed downwards and there is a small split to the silver behind the ear. There appeares to be an old repair to one of the hind legs (visible solder). There are a couple of minor dings to the body. Marks clear although date letter beginning to rub.
1906 pig- There is a small split to the silver to the side of one of the ears. Again, one of the legs appears to have an old repair (visible solder) and there afew bumps and dings around the body in general. Marks are rubbed, mainly the date letter.


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Sold for £300