New York, New York. N. Espenscheid. Pincushion mirror. Bowers NY-4962. Gilt brass. 38 mm. Mint State.,Obverse: Mirror. Reverse: Advertisement in four lines, N. ESPENSCHEID / HATTER / 118 / NASSAU ST. N.Y. Though this piece shows no wear, there is a bit of light oxidation at the rims in places and one small rim bump. The shell surface is satiny light golden olive with some orange toning. The mirror is superb and 15 stick pins are included. Bowers estimates that three to five are known, this being the plate in his reference.,Ex Q. David Bowers Collection.<p>,