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K1704 19th century American Sewing Bird Clamp with velvet covered pincushion intact. Part of the Patent date is legible on bird’s left wing “…15 1853”. There is also stamping around the edge of the bird’s right wing, however it is illegible.  All mechanics are in good working condition and the beak clamps tightly. Composition appears to be gold gilded solid brass – as a magnet does not stick. This is a great example of the first sewing bird patent that was granted to Charles Waterman of Meriden, Connecticut on February 15, 1853 – and was by far the most popular style – often called the “Waterman Bird” after its creator. 
Approximate measurements: 3 ½” long (beak to tip of tail) x 2” wide x 5” tall.