Alvin Sterling Pierced Nut/Mint

I have seen these with padded velvet covered cushions used as pincushions and selling for "big" money at antique shows. Some are hallmarked Gorham, Alvin, and some Birks but all say "Sterling". Excellent, undamaged condition. I have several and most are pierced sided, but a few are solid sided. Your choice. Priced is for "each".