A decorative silver basket holding a cushion stuffed with emery for sharpening the needle. They were often part of a silver sewing set with scissors, stiletto, folding knife etc. but seldom a needle case!
This has quite an unusual pattern and a twisted wire swing handle. There are no hall marks which is quite usual. c1820-1830.
4.5 x 3.5 cm.
In excellent condition-no damage but the cushion is loose showing how it was originally made.
Stock no. LT41