Auction: Fine Jewelry - 2510Location: BostonDate / Time: June 15, 2010 10:00AM
Description:
Whimsical Victorian Shoe-form Sterling Silver and Scottish Agate Pincushion, Birmingham, 1890-91, the toe set with shaped agate tablets, highlighted by a bow with purple paste, engraved accents, lg. 3 1/4 in., maker's mark for S. Blanckensee & Son Ltd.
Estimate $400-600
Some minor solder under heel. Glue residue to cushion. Marks rubbed.