WWI South Wales Borderers Sweetheart Pincushion – Beaded Heart, Christmas 1914-1918 nottingham Rare Original Enamel Sign –

Rare Original Enamel Sign – ‘Cock of the Walk’ Leather – James Cock & Sons Bootmaker Advertising

These sentimental pieces were handmade by soldiers or by loved ones at home and sent as tokens of affection

The bear is presented with a replacement coat

The carving remains clear and well formed

with its upright ears

WWI South Wales Borderers Sweetheart Pincushion – Beaded Heart, Christmas 1914-1918 nottingham Rare Original Enamel Sign –WWI South Wales Borderers Sweetheart Pincushion Beaded Heart, Christmas 1917 A beautiful and highly collectible WWI sweetheart pincushion in a heart shape, adorned with elaborate beadwork and patriotic motifs. This example features the South Wales Borderers regimental badge printed in the centre, surrounded by hand sewn beads, sequins, and coloured decorations, including A Happy Christmas ribbons dated 1917. These sentimental pieces were handmade by