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Antique Malachite, Gilt and Patinated Spelter Mantel Clock
Antique Malachite, Gilt and Patinated Spelter Mantel Clock

Antique Malachite, Gilt and Patinated Spelter Mantel Clock

Located in London, GB

engaged in various activities, including writing and playing musical instruments, and a profile portrait

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Late 19th Century French Neoclassical Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Malachite, Spelter

Victorian Lady Walnut Desk, circa 1880
Victorian Lady Walnut Desk, circa 1880

Victorian Lady Walnut Desk, circa 1880

Located in Chicago, IL

lockable drawers, lockable flip open top with leather writing pad, casters, and separate drawer for writing

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19th Century English Victorian Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Walnut

A French Gilt Metal Globe Form Inkwell or Standish
A French Gilt Metal Globe Form Inkwell or Standish

A French Gilt Metal Globe Form Inkwell or Standish

Located in Woodbury, CT

A gilt metal globe Standish with fitted interior and most of its original writing instruments. The

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18th Century and Earlier French Directoire Antique Writing Instruments

18th Century Spanish Colonial 'Escribania' or 'Document Box'
18th Century Spanish Colonial 'Escribania' or 'Document Box'

18th Century Spanish Colonial 'Escribania' or 'Document Box'

Located in San Francisco, CA

the storage of papers, ink and writing instruments. Red cedar with hand carved cedar wood moldings

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Mid-18th Century Mexican Spanish Colonial Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Wood

Italian Still Life, Circle of Rasio, Late 17th Century
Italian Still Life, Circle of Rasio, Late 17th Century

Italian Still Life, Circle of Rasio, Late 17th Century

Located in New York, NY

various forms of ewers, vessels and chargers in silver and silver gilt. A velvet covered writing box

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Late 17th Century Italian Baroque Antique Writing Instruments

Antique Italian Renaissance Walnut Writing Table
Antique Italian Renaissance Walnut Writing Table

Antique Italian Renaissance Walnut Writing Table

Located in Dallas, TX

throughout the home providing a place to store stationery and writing instruments in order to record ideas

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19th Century Italian Renaissance Antique Writing Instruments

Antique School Masters Desk, English, Georgian, Mahogany, circa 1800
Antique School Masters Desk, English, Georgian, Mahogany, circa 1800

Antique School Masters Desk, English, Georgian, Mahogany, circa 1800

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

triple drawer stand Drawers dressed with solid brass crank-neck drop pull handles Writing instrument

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Early 1800s English Georgian Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Mahogany

Writing Marble Bronze Napoleon I, Eagle and Crown, circa 1900

Writing Marble Bronze Napoleon I, Eagle and Crown, circa 1900

Located in Sofia, BG

Writing instruments with statuette Emperor Napoleon I, marble, bronze or bronze mounts, two

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Early 1900s French Empire Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Early 19th Century Rosewood Writing Box
Early 19th Century Rosewood Writing Box

Early 19th Century Rosewood Writing Box

Located in Forney, TX

for writing instruments and accessories. The top half of the writing surface lifts up to a large open

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Early 19th Century European Regency Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Brass

19th c. Mahogany Campaign Writing Lap Desk c.1800s
19th c. Mahogany Campaign Writing Lap Desk c.1800s

19th c. Mahogany Campaign Writing Lap Desk c.1800s

Located in San Francisco, CA

for writing instruments and ink wells. Brass plaques on top and side. Brass accents throughout

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19th Century American Victorian Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Paper

Gold Sarcophagus Pencil Pendant
Gold Sarcophagus Pencil Pendant

Gold Sarcophagus Pencil Pendant

Located in New Orleans, LA

fascinating writing instrument. An attached bail allows this pencil to be worn as a pendant. Circa 1895 2 1

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19th Century Unknown Egyptian Revival Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

18k Gold

19th Century Russian Solid Gold Desk Set, Karl Hahn, circa 1890
19th Century Russian Solid Gold Desk Set, Karl Hahn, circa 1890

19th Century Russian Solid Gold Desk Set, Karl Hahn, circa 1890

By Carl Hahn

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

various writing instruments, beautifully decorated with stylised scrolling foliage and fitted in the

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19th Century Russian Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Carnelian, Enamel, Gold

Antique Silver Mounted Tigers Eye Agate Cameo Seal
Antique Silver Mounted Tigers Eye Agate Cameo Seal

Antique Silver Mounted Tigers Eye Agate Cameo Seal

Located in Long Island City, NY

, Writing Instruments, Mineral Stone Jewelry. Dimensions: 3 x 2 in. All measurements are approximate

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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Onyx, Silver

18th Century Louis XV Wood Marquetry Writing Box
18th Century Louis XV Wood Marquetry Writing Box

18th Century Louis XV Wood Marquetry Writing Box

Located in Paris, FR

writing instruments. Gilt bronze knobs, finely chiseled with foliage, circa 1770. Dimension: W: 11,8

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18th Century French Louis XV Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Bronze

Large Flamed Secretary Bookcase
Large Flamed Secretary Bookcase

Large Flamed Secretary Bookcase

Located in Vancouver, British Columbia

writing instruments, etc. Under, are four panel doors, all of which open to reveal spacious cupboard with

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1860s English Victorian Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Leather, Glass, Wood

English Mahogany Desk
English Mahogany Desk

English Mahogany Desk

Located in New Orleans, LA

fitted interior complete with the original inkwells, candleholders, leather-bound ledgers, ivory writing

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19th Century English Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Fruitwood, Satinwood, Leather, Mahogany

Antique Japanese Meiji Cloisonne Enamel Brush Pot
Antique Japanese Meiji Cloisonne Enamel Brush Pot

Antique Japanese Meiji Cloisonne Enamel Brush Pot

Located in Long Island City, NY

turquoise background. Oriental Decor For Interior Design, Desk Accessories And Writing Instruments. OVERALL

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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Enamel, Copper

Antique Japanese Meiji Cloisonne Enamel Brush Pot
Antique Japanese Meiji Cloisonne Enamel Brush Pot

Antique Japanese Meiji Cloisonne Enamel Brush Pot

Located in Long Island City, NY

turquoise background. Oriental Decor For Interior Design, Desk Accessories And Writing Instruments. OVERALL

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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Copper, Enamel

Antique Chinese Qing Cloisonne Miniature Vase
Antique Chinese Qing Cloisonne Miniature Vase

Antique Chinese Qing Cloisonne Miniature Vase

Located in Long Island City, NY

. Miniature round shape with pronounced base and neck. Writing instruments and paper scrolls decor motif

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Late 19th Century Chinese Meiji Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Copper, Enamel

Antique Japanese Meiji Cloisonne Enamel Brush Pot
Antique Japanese Meiji Cloisonne Enamel Brush Pot

Antique Japanese Meiji Cloisonne Enamel Brush Pot

Located in Long Island City, NY

background. Oriental Decor For Interior Design, Desk Accessories And Writing Instruments. OVERALL GOOD

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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Copper, Enamel

Antique Classical Silvered Bronze of Women Reading a Scroll, France, circa 1870
Antique Classical Silvered Bronze of Women Reading a Scroll, France, circa 1870

Antique Classical Silvered Bronze of Women Reading a Scroll, France, circa 1870

Located in Dallas, TX

writing instrument. The other woman is to her side with one arm around her friend’s shoulder. The scroll

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Late 19th Century French Classical Greek Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Bronze

1880s Belgian Bleached Oak Secretary Desk with Vitrine
1880s Belgian Bleached Oak Secretary Desk with Vitrine

1880s Belgian Bleached Oak Secretary Desk with Vitrine

Located in High Point, NC

papers and writing instruments. Beautifully crafted in the age-old tradition of woodworking for

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Late 19th Century Belgian French Provincial Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Glass, Oak

19th Century French Wooden Desk Organizer
19th Century French Wooden Desk Organizer

19th Century French Wooden Desk Organizer

Located in High Point, NC

compartments, once used for keeping letters, ink, and writing instruments neatly arranged. The natural patina

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19th Century French Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Wood

19th Century Gilded Inkwell Depicting a Bulldog Tied to Tree Stump
19th Century Gilded Inkwell Depicting a Bulldog Tied to Tree Stump

19th Century Gilded Inkwell Depicting a Bulldog Tied to Tree Stump

Located in New York, NY

in its gilded finish, this inkwell not only serves as a functional writing instrument but also as a

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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Bronze

Cold Painted Vienna Bronze Inkwell of a Terrier Outside His Dog House
Cold Painted Vienna Bronze Inkwell of a Terrier Outside His Dog House

Cold Painted Vienna Bronze Inkwell of a Terrier Outside His Dog House

By Bergmann Foundry

Located in Petaluma, CA

your writing instrument. This is a tough one to beat. We believe it to be cast by the well-known maker

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Early 1900s Austrian Belle Époque Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Bronze

Antique Japanese Bronze Inkwell W Tanuki 19Th C
Antique Japanese Bronze Inkwell W Tanuki 19Th C

Antique Japanese Bronze Inkwell W Tanuki 19Th C

Located in Long Island City, NY

Oriental Asian Home Decor, Desk Accessories, And Writing Instruments. Dimensions: H 7 in. 13 1/2 x 15 in

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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Bronze

Biedermeier Lyra Secretary Desk, circa 1830
Biedermeier Lyra Secretary Desk, circa 1830

Biedermeier Lyra Secretary Desk, circa 1830

Located in Greding, DE

writing instruments. Veneered in walnut and light maple, and inlaid with fine brass strips, this piece has

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1830s German Biedermeier Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Brass

A Japanese lacquer suzuribako 硯箱 with peacocks
A Japanese lacquer suzuribako 硯箱 with peacocks

A Japanese lacquer suzuribako 硯箱 with peacocks

Located in Milano, IT

practical function of containing writing instruments. However, these boxes often stand out as exceptional

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Late 18th Century Japanese Japonisme Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Lacquer

1920s Paneled Sheet Metal Filing Cabinet, Chest Of Drawers
1920s Paneled Sheet Metal Filing Cabinet, Chest Of Drawers

1920s Paneled Sheet Metal Filing Cabinet, Chest Of Drawers

Located in Hook, Hampshire

do know is the piece was made for H.E.Longini (Bruxelles), who produced the first Belgian writing

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1920s French Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Metal

Regency Style Leather Top Bouillotte Table
Regency Style Leather Top Bouillotte Table

Regency Style Leather Top Bouillotte Table

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

playing cards, writing instruments, or small accessories. Four tapered legs provide stability and balance

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Early 20th Century Regency Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Leather, Walnut

Antique RI or CT Chippendale Mahogany Slant Front Secretary c. Late 18th Century
Antique RI or CT Chippendale Mahogany Slant Front Secretary c. Late 18th Century

Antique RI or CT Chippendale Mahogany Slant Front Secretary c. Late 18th Century

Located in Westfield, MA

, writing instruments, or personal items. This feature, coupled with the sturdy, well-proportioned drawers

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Late 18th Century American Chippendale Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Mahogany

19th Century Regency Period Mahogany Davenport
19th Century Regency Period Mahogany Davenport

19th Century Regency Period Mahogany Davenport

Located in New Orleans, LA

instruments, while another reveals a flat writing surface. Beautifully tapered legs set upon original box

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19th Century European Regency Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Leather, Mahogany

English Coromandel Nécessaire
English Coromandel Nécessaire

English Coromandel Nécessaire

Located in New Orleans, LA

, these containers carried everything from toiletries and jewelry to sewing and writing instruments in

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19th Century English Victorian Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Crystal

Framed Antique Chinese Embroidery Panel Qing Dynasty
Framed Antique Chinese Embroidery Panel Qing Dynasty

Framed Antique Chinese Embroidery Panel Qing Dynasty

Located in Atlanta, GA

Ruyi scepter with tassels, a scroll, a lute, and a writing instrument. Surrounding this group, there

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19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Silk, Wood

Antique bronze Inkwell tittle ALL DAVIL, signed
Antique bronze Inkwell tittle ALL DAVIL, signed

Antique bronze Inkwell tittle ALL DAVIL, signed

Located in Milano, IT

practicality of a functional writing instrument. Elevate your writing experience and add a touch of

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1920s Italian Gothic Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Marble, Bronze

19th French Empire Mantel Clock, Pendule, Mercury, Gilded Bronze, circa 1815
19th French Empire Mantel Clock, Pendule, Mercury, Gilded Bronze, circa 1815

19th French Empire Mantel Clock, Pendule, Mercury, Gilded Bronze, circa 1815

Located in Greven, DE

scale and measuring and writing instruments. The main focus is on the depiction of Mercury, leaning

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Early 19th Century French Empire Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Bronze

Early 19th Century French Restoration Roll-Top Desk, Walnut & Marble
Early 19th Century French Restoration Roll-Top Desk, Walnut & Marble

Early 19th Century French Restoration Roll-Top Desk, Walnut & Marble

Located in LA CIOTAT, FR

multiple drawers and compartments designed for correspondence, writing instruments, and personal documents

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Early 19th Century French Restauration Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Antique 17th Century Italian Military Gunners Stiletto Dagger Knife Sword
Antique 17th Century Italian Military Gunners Stiletto Dagger Knife Sword

Antique 17th Century Italian Military Gunners Stiletto Dagger Knife Sword

Located in Dayton, OH

] the thin pointed Roman writing instrument used to engrave wax or clay tablets in ancient times. The

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17th Century Baroque Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Metal

Carved Floral Back 18th Century Country French Carved Walnut Writing Desk
Carved Floral Back 18th Century Country French Carved Walnut Writing Desk

Carved Floral Back 18th Century Country French Carved Walnut Writing Desk

Located in Swedesboro, NJ

, writing instruments, or essentials. The desk’s sturdy construction ensures longevity, while its graceful

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1780s French French Provincial Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Brass

New York Federal Mahogany Two-Drawer Work Stand, circa 1800
New York Federal Mahogany Two-Drawer Work Stand, circa 1800

New York Federal Mahogany Two-Drawer Work Stand, circa 1800

Located in Milford, NH

underneath, flanked by side compartments for inkwells, writing instruments, and accessories, over two drawers

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Early 1800s American Federal Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Brass

19th Century Marble and Gilt-Bronze Writing Desk Set
19th Century Marble and Gilt-Bronze Writing Desk Set

19th Century Marble and Gilt-Bronze Writing Desk Set

Located in Berlin, DE

richly-veined Verde Antico marble. The concave cutout for writing instruments flanked by two inkwells

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1850s French Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Antique English Traditional Lap Desk on Custom Stand
Antique English Traditional Lap Desk on Custom Stand

Antique English Traditional Lap Desk on Custom Stand

Located in Hopewell, NJ

. There are compartments for ink wells, writing instruments and paper. The custom stand, made

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1850s English Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Mahogany

Antique Japanese cloisonné enamel brush pot
Antique Japanese cloisonné enamel brush pot

Antique Japanese cloisonné enamel brush pot

Located in Long Island City, NY

Interior Design, Desk Accessories, And Writing Instruments. Dimensions: H 2 1/2 in. All measurements are

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Late 19th Century Japanese Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Enamel

Antique Japanese Meiji Cloisonne Enamel Brush Pots
Antique Japanese Meiji Cloisonne Enamel Brush Pots

Antique Japanese Meiji Cloisonne Enamel Brush Pots

Located in Long Island City, NY

Writing Instruments. OVERALL GOOD VINTAGE CONDITION. SIGNS OF WEAR AND AGE. REFER TO PHOTOS. EACH H 3 1

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Late 19th Century Japanese Meiji Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Copper, Enamel

19th Century Blackened Wood Vanity, Sewing or Writing Box with Gilt Implements
19th Century Blackened Wood Vanity, Sewing or Writing Box with Gilt Implements

19th Century Blackened Wood Vanity, Sewing or Writing Box with Gilt Implements

Located in Haarlem, NL

toiletries and jewelry to sewing and writing instruments, nécessaires provided a convenient means of

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Mid-19th Century French Victorian Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Brass, Metal

19th Century Napoleon III Gilt Bronze and Colorless Glass Standish
19th Century Napoleon III Gilt Bronze and Colorless Glass Standish

19th Century Napoleon III Gilt Bronze and Colorless Glass Standish

Located in New Orleans, LA

decorated with foliage and gadrooned feet, this stately well also features a tray for one's writing

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19th Century European Napoleon III Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Bronze

Qing Dynasty Peach Wood Scholar Cabinet
Qing Dynasty Peach Wood Scholar Cabinet

Qing Dynasty Peach Wood Scholar Cabinet

Located in Kastrup, DK

, such as books, scrolls, writing instruments, and other scholarly tools

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Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Brass

18th Century English Mahogany Divided Carry Tray
18th Century English Mahogany Divided Carry Tray

18th Century English Mahogany Divided Carry Tray

Located in Forney, TX

- silverware holder, elegant fine dining serveware, decorative table box, desk letter stand or writing

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18th Century Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Brass

Regency Rosewood Bonheur du Jour Antique Writing Desk, English circa 1820
Regency Rosewood Bonheur du Jour Antique Writing Desk, English circa 1820

Regency Rosewood Bonheur du Jour Antique Writing Desk, English circa 1820

Located in Shippensburg, PA

convenient place to store the inkwells and writing instruments. A small pair of drawers back the writing

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1820s English Regency Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Brass

English 19th Century Mahogany Secretary
English 19th Century Mahogany Secretary

English 19th Century Mahogany Secretary

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

compartments of various sizes for storing correspondences and writing instruments, its gold-trimmed black

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19th Century English Georgian Antique Writing Instruments

Materials

Brass

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Antique Writing Instruments For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of antique writing instruments for sale on 1stDibs. Each of these unique antique writing instruments was constructed with extraordinary care, often using wood, metal and hardwood. There are all kinds of antique writing instruments available, from those produced as long ago as the 18th Century to those made as recently as the 20th Century. Antique writing instruments bearing Victorian or Louis XVI hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Many antique writing instruments are appealing in their simplicity, but Alfred Emmanuel Louis Beurdeley, Carl Hahn and Cristoforo Munari produced popular antique writing instruments that are worth a look.

How Much are Antique Writing Instruments?

Prices for antique writing instruments can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, antique writing instruments begin at $361 and can go as high as $78,500, while the average can fetch as much as $5,239.