Tuesday 11 December 2012 | 10:00 | Lots: 628

Tuesday 11 December 2012 | 10:00 | Lots: 628

Lot 239

Lot 239

An early 20th century retractable combination pen and pencil.

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Lot 239

Lot Description

An early 20th century retractable combination pen and pencil, the foliate engraved cylindrical body with scrolling push pieces and columnar foil-backed gem terminal. Length 11.4cms. Total weight 15.4gms.

Postage: Auction Default

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The lot is in good overall condition with light scratches and small dents in keeping with general wear. The pencil has been repaired with a plain band and has small splits which follow the engraving. There are some significant shallow dents to the body. The purple foil-backed colourless gem has significant surface abrasion and has lost most of the foil colour. Terminal possibly plated, with wear to the high points. Unhallmarked.


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Due to the size and vulnerability of the items in our Antiques & Fine Art auctions we are unable to post out these items "in house".  We do, however recommend a selection of packaging and shipping companies.


For national and international deliveries, we suggest:

IJK Couriers
07917 500522
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www.ijkcouriers.co.uk


Alban Shipping
01582 493 099        
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