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Lot 396
Full Lot Description
A late 19th to early 20th century Sampson Mordan retractable pencil set with a bloodstone, unmarked but tests as 18ct gold, engraved S. Mordan & Co, length 14cm (when extended and including the suspension loop), gross weight 21g together with a small retractable pencil with cap cover, possibly from a chatelaine, unmarked but tests as 9ct gold, length 3.5cm, gross weight 5.6g (2)
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Weight: 27
Total lot weight: 27
Condition Report
- Sampson Mordan 6.5cm closed
- Some minor scuffs and marks, commensurate with age
- Suspension loop is slightly warped
- The smaller pencil doesn't extend / open
- Various dents and marks to the case
- Both pieces are unmarked
- Fellows uses a Thermo Scientific Nitron Handheld XRF Analyser to test metals. This technology is limited to examining metal to a depth of approximately 8 microns. Fellows does not guarantee the standard of gold or platinum unless an item is hallmarked. Results from electronically tested items should only be used as a guide and with caution, as false readings are possible.
- Please note that the internal mechanisms and parts contained within this item are not inspected and therefore not known if complete, damaged or inoperable
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