Large George V Sterling silver shoe shaped pin cushion, having English Oak sole, red velvet cushion and applied laces. Hallmarked for
Birmingham,
1925, the maker mark is for
S Blanckensee & Son Ltd, that were quality manufacturers of all types of silverware and novelty silver items.
Hallmarks are quite worn but still visible. The date letter is visible using a good magnifying glass.
There are several dents around the edges, especially where the silver and oak sole are joined, and throughout the body commensurate with age and use. The yellowish parts in the photos are just reflections.
Height: 5cm
Length: 13cm
Width: 5cm
Weight: 146g
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