Burnell and Rowe

Description

Here we have a charming Edwardian Sterling Silver Pin Cushion in the form of an Elephant. The pin cushion is set into the elephant's back and is covered in dark green velvet.

The pin cushion was made in Birmingham by Adie & Lovekin Ltd and dates to 1906. Founded in 1863 by James Adie and Alfred Lovekin, the firm specialised in flatware, fancy goods and particularly sewing related items. Their pin cushions are highly collectable. The original partners passed away in 1913 and 1912 and the firm carried on until around 1930.

Condition is good, with just a few little dings in the body and a small nick on the inside of the trunk, just the minimal signs of over 115 years of good service. Please make sure to view all the photographs.

The elephant measures 5.8cm / 2.3ins from tusks to tail, 2.3cm / 0.9ins across the body and stands 4.2cm / 1.6ins high. It weighs in at 37.7g / 1.3oz all in.

The hallmarks, on the side of the body, are nice and clear to read. They show the lion passant for Sterling Silver, the anchor assay mark for Birmingham, the date letter g for 1906 and the A & L Ld makers' mark for Adie & Lovekin Ltd.

Shipping in the UK is £10 by Royal Mail Special Delivery, which includes cover for the value of the pin cushion.
Overseas customers, please ask us about shipping costs to your country before making a purchase.