Lot 415 , An early 20th century novelty silver pin cushion, modelled as a hatching chick by Sampson Mordan & Co & 3 others.

An early 20th century novelty silver pin cushion, modelled as a hatching chick by Sampson Mordan & Co, Chester, 19?? (date mark rubbed), 1.5in, together with three other smaller chick pin cushions.
Estimate £250-350

Largest pin cushion- There is a split to the silver around the posteria. There are 2 dents to the base. The decoration is a little tired in places and the pad is very worn. Hallmarks quite rubbed.
1 x Sampson Mordan & Co, Chester, 1908- The silver rim around the pad has been pushed in/dented in three places, one quite prominent behind the head. Pad quite worn. Hallmarks clear.
1 x Levi & Salaman, Birmingham, 1906- 2 small dents to the head otherwise in good order. Hallmarks clear.
1 x Ari D. Norman, London, 1986- A few minor dings, otherwise in good order. Halmarks clear.


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Sold for £460