27th Apr, 2023 11:00
Jewellery, Watches & Silver
506
An agate handled gilt metal quill pen and pencil set, with blue banded agate cylindrical handles, another similar pen, with clear faceted handle entwined by a gilt metal snake, three gold plated Eversharp pencils, and a nephrite jade paper knife (7)
Sold for £90
Estimated at £80 - £120
An agate handled gilt metal quill pen and pencil set, with blue banded agate cylindrical handles, another similar pen, with clear faceted handle entwined by a gilt metal snake, three gold plated Eversharp pencils, and a nephrite jade paper knife (7)
The three agate handled ones appear to be in good condition, the pencil lead mechanism does seem to work. The three gold plated pencils have some dents and knocks. The paper knife appears to be in good condition.
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Auction: Jewellery, Watches & Silver, 27th Apr, 2023
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