Lot 470 , An Edwardian silver mounted novelty Ostrich pin cushion, by Levi & Salaman, overall height 57mm.
An Edwardian silver mounted novelty Ostrich pin cushion, by Levi & Salaman, Birmingham, 1907, on wooden socle, overall height 57mm.
Estimate £250-350
It is possible that the base and the cushion may well be later replacements. There appears to be an old professional repair to the neck.
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Sold for £550