Antique Steel Sewing Clamp *C.1850s

Description

Antique Steel Sewing Clamp *C.1850s
A good example of an early English steel sewing clamp, C.1850s.
This is a spring loaded clamp and it has the original pincushion.
The cushion is a bright burgandy color and appears to be filled with sawdust.
As shown, sewing clamp measures 16.4 cm in length.
Overall good condition.
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