Antique Silver Mechanical Pencil
A late 19th century mechanical slide pencil with bloodstone mount. It has a decorative body with the top looking a little like a crown. There is a slider which pushes the movement down the body. The holder is relatively wide at 3.6mm so may have been intended to hold a pencil stub, or it perhaps originally had order a lead holder which is no longer present. I have been unable to find any marks, the main body tests as sterling grade silver.
Condition
Normal age related wear. Minor knocks to the tip. Possibly missing a holder. No hallmarks.
Measurements (Approx)
Width: 9.8 mm ( 3/8 inch ) across cap
Length: 7.3 cm ( 2 7/8 inch ) when closed
Weight: 6.56 grams (before packing)
Stock Code: 2416 DC20-4
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Product code: Antique Victorian Silver Mechanical Sliding Pencil with Bloodstone Mount order