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Edgar Brandt Bronze Paper Knife/Letter Opener
Edgar Brandt Bronze Paper Knife/Letter Opener

Edgar Brandt Bronze Paper Knife/Letter Opener

By Edgar Brandt

Located in NANTES, FR

Art Nouveau letter opener, circa 1905, in bronze. Decorated with ginkgo biloba leaves, stamped E. Brandt. In perfect condition. Length: 20 cm Width: 3.3 cm Thickness: 1 cm Weight...

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Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Letter Openers

Materials

Bronze

Vintage Islamic Dagger Style Letter Opener in Hand-engraved Brass
Vintage Islamic Dagger Style Letter Opener in Hand-engraved Brass

Vintage Islamic Dagger Style Letter Opener in Hand-engraved Brass

Located in Esbjerg, DK

Large artisan made hand-tooled/engraved dagger style paper knife in solid brass. It comes in a decorative sheath also in hand-engraved solid brass. It was made in either Turkey or an...

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20th Century Turkish Islamic Letter Openers

Materials

Brass

Russian 88 Silver And Jade Amethyst Letter Opener
Russian 88 Silver And Jade Amethyst Letter Opener

Russian 88 Silver And Jade Amethyst Letter Opener

Located in Long Island City, NY

A Russian Neoclassical paper knife or letter opener in the style of a Roman gladius sword. The blade is made of polished nephrite jade stone. Pink guilloche enamel handle with gilt a...

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19th Century Russian Antique Letter Openers

Materials

Jade, Silver

Unicorn Mythical Creature Vienna Bronze Letter Opener, Antique Austria 1960s
Unicorn Mythical Creature Vienna Bronze Letter Opener, Antique Austria 1960s

Unicorn Mythical Creature Vienna Bronze Letter Opener, Antique Austria 1960s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Classic early 1960s Austrian letter opener. It has a nice patina. I did not clean it, so the next owner can decide what he wants to do with it. This highly collectible vintage piec...

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1960s Austrian Folk Art Vintage Letter Openers

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Sterling Silver Plate Letter Opener Horse Head Design
Sterling Silver Plate Letter Opener Horse Head Design

Sterling Silver Plate Letter Opener Horse Head Design

By Reed & Barton

Located in New York, NY

A substantial sterling silver-plated letter opener with horse head handle, circa mid-20th century, USA. A great desk, office, library, etc., accessory. With maker's mark on underside...

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Mid-20th Century American American Classical Letter Openers

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate

Antique French Art Nouveau Bronze Claw & Marble Ball Letter Opener, 1910s
Antique French Art Nouveau Bronze Claw & Marble Ball Letter Opener, 1910s

Antique French Art Nouveau Bronze Claw & Marble Ball Letter Opener, 1910s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

A beautiful antique bronze letter opener dating to the 1910s or earlier, crafted by an unknown sculptor. This beautiful Art Nouveau piece displays graceful, flowing lines and subtle ...

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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Letter Openers

Materials

Marble, Bronze

Magnifying Glass Seashell Handle Victorian
Magnifying Glass Seashell Handle Victorian

Magnifying Glass Seashell Handle Victorian

Located in New York, NY

A metal magnifying glass with seashell handle, circa early to mid-20th century. Piece has a metal frame with what appears to be a 'Richer's amalda' seashell, a rare deepwater species...

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Early 20th Century Victorian Letter Openers

Materials

Metal

Edgar Brandt Bronze Paper Knife/Letter Opener
Edgar Brandt Bronze Paper Knife/Letter Opener

Edgar Brandt Bronze Paper Knife/Letter Opener

By Edgar Brandt

Located in NANTES, FR

Art Nouveau bronze paper knife, circa 1905. Decorated with mistletoe, stamped E. Brandt. In perfect condition. Length: 14.5 cm Width: 3.2 cm Thickness: 0.3 cm Weight: 35 grams Ed...

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Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Letter Openers

Materials

Bronze

Antique Austrian Art Nouveau Bronze Elephant Motif Letter Opener, Bergmann 1910
Antique Austrian Art Nouveau Bronze Elephant Motif Letter Opener, Bergmann 1910

Antique Austrian Art Nouveau Bronze Elephant Motif Letter Opener, Bergmann 1910

By Franz Bergmann

Located in Nuernberg, DE

A beautiful antique bronze letter opener dating to the 1910s or earlier, crafted by an unknown sculptor, made by Franz Bergmann Vienna Austria. This beautiful Art Nouveau piece displ...

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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Letter Openers

Materials

Bronze

Carl Aubock Horn Letter Opener, Paper Knife, Vienna, Austria, 1960s
Carl Aubock Horn Letter Opener, Paper Knife, Vienna, Austria, 1960s

Carl Aubock Horn Letter Opener, Paper Knife, Vienna, Austria, 1960s

By Werkstätte Carl Auböck

Located in Vienna, AT

A decorative and rare minimalist Mid-Century letter opener from the 1960s, designed and handcrafted by the Werkstätte Carl Auböck workshop in Vienna. Handmade from a single piece of ...

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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Letter Openers

Materials

Horn

Carl Auböck Model #4233 Brass and Leather Paper Knife
Carl Auböck Model #4233 Brass and Leather Paper Knife

Carl Auböck Model #4233 Brass and Leather Paper Knife

By Werkstätte Carl Auböck

Located in Glendale, CA

Carl Auböck Model #4233 brass and leather paper knife. Designed in the 1950s, this incredibly refined and sculptural knife is executed in polished brass and handwoven brown leather. ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Mid-Century Modern Letter Openers

Materials

Brass

Just Andersen - Letter-knife in Mint Condition - Original box - Art Deco, 1930's
Just Andersen - Letter-knife in Mint Condition - Original box - Art Deco, 1930's

Just Andersen - Letter-knife in Mint Condition - Original box - Art Deco, 1930's

By Just Andersen

Located in Stockholm, SE

One of a kind letter knife made by Just Andersen, Denmark in the 1930's with the original box from the Jeweller that the knife were bought from. Mint condition been laying in the bo...

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1930s Danish Art Deco Vintage Letter Openers

Materials

Pewter

Antique Black Forest Brienz Wood Carved Dog Letter Opener 1890s, Austria Vienna
Antique Black Forest Brienz Wood Carved Dog Letter Opener 1890s, Austria Vienna

Antique Black Forest Brienz Wood Carved Dog Letter Opener 1890s, Austria Vienna

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Beautifully carved and richly expressive, this antique dog head letter opener is a fine example of late 19th-century Black Forest or Brienz craftsmanship. Hand-carved from wood, the ...

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1890s Austrian Folk Art Antique Letter Openers

Materials

Glass, Wood

Late 20th Century/C. 1970 Silvered Napoleon Empereur Letter Opener by Christofle
Late 20th Century/C. 1970 Silvered Napoleon Empereur Letter Opener by Christofle

Late 20th Century/C. 1970 Silvered Napoleon Empereur Letter Opener by Christofle

By Christofle

Located in North Miami, FL

Late 20th century/circa 1970 silvered Napoleon Empereur letter opener by Christofle By: Christofle Material: silver, silver plate, metal, paper Technique: polished, silvered, metalw...

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Late 20th Century French Renaissance Revival Letter Openers

Materials

Silver, Silver Plate, Metal

Fabergè Paper Knife/ Letter Opener with Jade Blade
Fabergè Paper Knife/ Letter Opener with Jade Blade

Fabergè Paper Knife/ Letter Opener with Jade Blade

By Fabergé

Located in Highland, IN

This lovely letter opener by Fabergè has all the hallmarks of their signature style. An ornate handle topped with a swan is attached to an absolutely stunning blade of carved and pol...

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20th Century Russian Baroque Revival Letter Openers

Materials

Jade, Silver

Antique French Art Nouveau Bronze Claw & Quill Letter Opener, 1920s
Antique French Art Nouveau Bronze Claw & Quill Letter Opener, 1920s

Antique French Art Nouveau Bronze Claw & Quill Letter Opener, 1920s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

A beautiful antique bronze letter opener dating to the 1920s or earlier, crafted by an unknown sculptor. This beautiful Art Nouveau piece displays graceful, flowing lines and subtle ...

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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Letter Openers

Materials

Bronze

Two Small Amber and Sterling Silver Handle Letter Openers
Two Small Amber and Sterling Silver Handle Letter Openers

Two Small Amber and Sterling Silver Handle Letter Openers

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

As found in Denmark, this set of two amber handled letter openers are made 925 Sterling silver. These are a perfect addition to any home office as a desk accessory for opening mail o...

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1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Letter Openers

Materials

Sterling Silver

A bronze paper knife opener dipicting a perched owl, Austria 1890.
A bronze paper knife opener dipicting a perched owl, Austria 1890.

A bronze paper knife opener dipicting a perched owl, Austria 1890.

Located in Milan, IT

The paper knife or letter opener was originally used for cutting open the pages of hand-produced books where the folding of the printed sheets creates some closed edges that require ...

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Late 19th Century Austrian Antique Letter Openers

Materials

Bronze

Letter opener in the shape of a knife with an embossed silver handle and large m
Letter opener in the shape of a knife with an embossed silver handle and large m

Letter opener in the shape of a knife with an embossed silver handle and large m

Located in Porto, PT

Description: Letter opener in the shape of a knife with an embossed silver handle and masks. Metal: Silver. Origin: European. Brand: Unknown. Weight: 39.42 grams. Dimensions: 22...

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20th Century Letter Openers

Materials

Metal

Pair of Late Victorian English Bone Letter Openers with Sterling Silver Handles
Pair of Late Victorian English Bone Letter Openers with Sterling Silver Handles

Pair of Late Victorian English Bone Letter Openers with Sterling Silver Handles

Located in North Miami, FL

Pair of Late Victorian english bone letter openers/bone folders with sterling silver horse and dog/wolf handles By: unknown Material: bone, silver, metal,...

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Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Letter Openers

Materials

Metal, Silver, Sterling Silver

Gold Plated Adam & Eve Magnifying Glass and Letter Opener Set by Michael Aram
Gold Plated Adam & Eve Magnifying Glass and Letter Opener Set by Michael Aram

Gold Plated Adam & Eve Magnifying Glass and Letter Opener Set by Michael Aram

By Michael Aram

Located in San Diego, CA

Gorgeous gold plated "Adam & Eve" magnifying glass and letter opener set by Michael Aram, circa 2010s. This desk accessory set was part of the Michael Aram 25th Anniversary Comm...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Letter Openers

Materials

Gold Plate, Stainless Steel

Vintage Austrian Art Nouveau Style Nude Girl Bronze or Brass Letter Opener 1950s
Vintage Austrian Art Nouveau Style Nude Girl Bronze or Brass Letter Opener 1950s

Vintage Austrian Art Nouveau Style Nude Girl Bronze or Brass Letter Opener 1950s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

Vintage Solid Brass Nude Lady Letter Opener, Austria, Mid-20th Century A striking vintage letter opener cast in solid brass and modeled as a reclining nude female figure. This decor...

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Mid-20th Century Austrian Mid-Century Modern Letter Openers

Materials

Brass

Brass Sword Letter Opener
Brass Sword Letter Opener

Brass Sword Letter Opener

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A brass letter opener in the shape of a sword. perfect for the desk or work station.

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20th Century Letter Openers

Materials

Brass

Victorian Sterling Silver and Turquoise Blue Guilloche Enamel Letter Opener
Victorian Sterling Silver and Turquoise Blue Guilloche Enamel Letter Opener

Victorian Sterling Silver and Turquoise Blue Guilloche Enamel Letter Opener

By Martin & Hall

Located in New York, NY

Victorian Period, sterling silver and turquoise blue guilloche enamel letter opener/paper knife, Sheffield, England, year-hallmarked for 1866, R. Martin and E. Hall (doing business a...

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1860s English Victorian Antique Letter Openers

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Antique Set of 3 Letter Openers ca. 1900
Antique Set of 3 Letter Openers ca. 1900

Antique Set of 3 Letter Openers ca. 1900

Located in Berghuelen, DE

Antique Set of 3 Letter Openers ca. 1900 Set of 3 Letter Openers – carved wood rifle handle, curved chamois horn handle, and yellow horn blade with white fur grip. This decorative a...

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Early 1900s German Black Forest Antique Letter Openers

Materials

Metal

Capercaillie Mountain Grouse Vienna Bronze Letter Opener, Antique Austria 1900s
Capercaillie Mountain Grouse Vienna Bronze Letter Opener, Antique Austria 1900s

Capercaillie Mountain Grouse Vienna Bronze Letter Opener, Antique Austria 1900s

Located in Nuernberg, DE

A classic early 20th-century Austrian bronze figural letter opener, beautifully cast and finished with a rich, original patina. This highly collectible antique piece exemplifies the ...

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1920s Austrian Art Nouveau Vintage Letter Openers

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Brass Letter Opener
Brass Letter Opener

Brass Letter Opener

$200Sale Price|20% Off

Brass Letter Opener

Located in New York, NY

A vintage brass letter opener with a Greek-Key like design on handle, circa 20th century. Dimensions: .63" W x 7.5" Long. Other desk accessories available separately, search 1stDibs ref. #s: Italian desk/letter organizer...

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Mid-20th Century Greek Revival Letter Openers

Materials

Brass

Vintage Chrome Figural Fish Metal Letter Opener Knife, Germany Dated 1978
Vintage Chrome Figural Fish Metal Letter Opener Knife, Germany Dated 1978

Vintage Chrome Figural Fish Metal Letter Opener Knife, Germany Dated 1978

Located in Nuernberg, DE

1978 Fish Figural Metal Letter Opener, Austria This charming fish-shaped letter opener is a delightful example of late-20th-century design. Made of metal with a warm, aged patina, i...

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1970s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Letter Openers

Materials

Metal

Bronze Letter Opener by Just Andersen, 1930s, Denmark
Bronze Letter Opener by Just Andersen, 1930s, Denmark

Bronze Letter Opener by Just Andersen, 1930s, Denmark

By Just Andersen

Located in Værløse, DK

Large Bronze Letter Opener designed by Just Andersen in the 1930s. * Bronze letter knife * Designer: Just Andersen * Model: B1502 * Year: 1934 * Condition: Good vintage condition. ...

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1930s Danish Art Deco Vintage Letter Openers

Materials

Bronze

Early 20th Century Sable Shaped Letter Opener
Early 20th Century Sable Shaped Letter Opener

Early 20th Century Sable Shaped Letter Opener

Located in Meer, VAN

Early 20th Century Sable Shaped Letter Opener. A letter opener with a very distinct sable style design - early 20th century or even late 19th century. Shows a nice patina. About O...

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Early 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Letter Openers

Materials

Brass

Filigree silver letter opener in the shape of a dagger, bone handle and sheath
Filigree silver letter opener in the shape of a dagger, bone handle and sheath

Filigree silver letter opener in the shape of a dagger, bone handle and sheath

Located in Porto, PT

Description: Filigree silver letter opener in the shape of a dagger, bone handle and rolled sheath. Metal: Silver. Origin: Arabic. Brand: Unknown. Weight: 24.87 grams. Dimensions: 5....

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20th Century European Letter Openers

Materials

Silver

Carl Auböck Brass Hand Letter Opener Letter Knife #7208
Carl Auböck Brass Hand Letter Opener Letter Knife #7208

Carl Auböck Brass Hand Letter Opener Letter Knife #7208

By Werkstätte Carl Auböck

Located in Vienna, AT

A minimalist but charming letter opener in the shape of a hand. Model number 7208, handmade of solid polished brass, designed by Werkstätte Carl Auböck in the 1950s. Fully stamped an...

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21st Century and Contemporary Mid-Century Modern Letter Openers

Materials

Brass

LEONID KOCHERGIN 1900 Russian Empire Enameled Letter Opener In 14Kt Gold Silver
LEONID KOCHERGIN 1900 Russian Empire Enameled Letter Opener In 14Kt Gold Silver

LEONID KOCHERGIN 1900 Russian Empire Enameled Letter Opener In 14Kt Gold Silver

Located in Miami, FL

Russian letter opener designed by Leonid Kochergin. This is a very handsome luxurious desk letter-opener, created during the imperial Russian period in the city Saint Petersburg, be...

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Early 1900s Russian Neoclassical Antique Letter Openers

Materials

Jade, Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Hermes, Paris, Equestrian / Horse Head Letter Opener, c.1960
Hermes, Paris, Equestrian / Horse Head Letter Opener, c.1960

Hermes, Paris, Equestrian / Horse Head Letter Opener, c.1960

By Ravinet D' Enfert, Hermès

Located in Bath, GB

A highly collectable letter opener or paper knife made in gilded bronze and dating to c.1960; a scarce-find in the gold colour. The handle is in the form of a horse head, beautifu...

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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Letter Openers

Materials

Bronze

Antique 1920s Silver & Tortoise Shell Page Turner by Grey & Co. London, England
Antique 1920s Silver & Tortoise Shell Page Turner by Grey & Co. London, England

Antique 1920s Silver & Tortoise Shell Page Turner by Grey & Co. London, England

Antique English page turner from sterling silver and tortoise shell. Most rare piece, made and stamped by Grey & Co. London, possibly for Asprey London. The Stamp is the London Lion,...

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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Letter Openers

Materials

Sterling Silver

Danish Crown Letter Opener in Sterling Silver, 1930s
Danish Crown Letter Opener in Sterling Silver, 1930s

Danish Crown Letter Opener in Sterling Silver, 1930s

Located in Esbjerg, DK

A stylish paper knife with elongated sterling silver handle set with the Danish Royal Crown hence its name Danish Crown or Dansk Krone in Danish. Fully Hall-marked. Measurements: ...

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1930s Danish Art Deco Vintage Letter Openers

Materials

Silver, Steel

Writing set with blotter, inkwell, opener, seal, pen and original case
Writing set with blotter, inkwell, opener, seal, pen and original case

Writing set with blotter, inkwell, opener, seal, pen and original case

Located in Porto, PT

Description: Writing set with blotter, inkwell, letter opener, seal and embossed silver pen with original case. Metal: Silver. Origin: Portuguese. Brand: Cabeça de escravo. Weight: 3...

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20th Century European Letter Openers

Materials

Silver

Solingen German Scissors and Letter Opener in Green Leather Case
Solingen German Scissors and Letter Opener in Green Leather Case

Solingen German Scissors and Letter Opener in Green Leather Case

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Italian-made hot-dropped forged steel plated in Nickel and Brass are used to make the scissors and letter opener. The green leather case is marked S...

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20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Letter Openers

Materials

Brass, Steel

Set of 2 Tray and Letter Opener by Steve McGugan for Royal Copenhagen, 1980s
Set of 2 Tray and Letter Opener by Steve McGugan for Royal Copenhagen, 1980s

Set of 2 Tray and Letter Opener by Steve McGugan for Royal Copenhagen, 1980s

By Royal Copenhagen

Located in Hamburg, DE

Postmodern Danish Wave Series Desk Tray and Letter Opener by Steve McGugan for Royal Copenhagen, 1980s, Set of 2, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1980 to 1989. This piece has an at...

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20th Century Danish Post-Modern Letter Openers

Materials

Metal

Antique Letter Opener in Ebony Africa Early 20th Century
Antique Letter Opener in Ebony Africa Early 20th Century

Antique Letter Opener in Ebony Africa Early 20th Century

Located in Meer, VAN

Antique Letter Opener in Ebony Africa, Early 20th Century. Beautiful and hand made letter opener in solid ebony, made in Africa in the beginning of the 20th century. Depicting a sty...

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Early 20th Century African Arts and Crafts Letter Openers

Materials

Ebony

Malachite and Bone Letter Openers, two available
Malachite and Bone Letter Openers, two available

Malachite and Bone Letter Openers, two available

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Two Malachite and bone letter knives. Wonderful vintage letter openers with malachite handles. These would make a perfect gift for and office or functional luxury to use daily. Pric...

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Mid-20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Letter Openers

Materials

Malachite

Italian Art Deco Letter Holder in Stainless With Brass Accents
Italian Art Deco Letter Holder in Stainless With Brass Accents

Italian Art Deco Letter Holder in Stainless With Brass Accents

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful elegant mirror shine, Letter holder like new condition circa 1940's stamped made in Italy great for Mid Century Danish Modern Deco decor.

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20th Century Italian Art Deco Letter Openers

Materials

Brass, Stainless Steel

Brass Propeller Pen Holder
Brass Propeller Pen Holder

Brass Propeller Pen Holder

$375Sale Price|40% Off

Brass Propeller Pen Holder

Located in New York, NY

A solid brass nautical style (boat) propeller pen holder, circa mid-20th century. A great accessory for a desk, home/office, etc.

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Mid-20th Century Letter Openers

Materials

Brass

Magnifying Glass
Magnifying Glass

Magnifying Glass

Located in New York, NY

A magnifying glass in brass with a turned rich wood handle, circa late-20th century. A great piece for a desk, office, library, etc. Very good condition ...

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Late 20th Century English Letter Openers

Materials

Brass

Unusual Unger Brothers Sterling Jester Letter Opener
Unusual Unger Brothers Sterling Jester Letter Opener

Unusual Unger Brothers Sterling Jester Letter Opener

By Unger Brothers

Located in Riverdale, NY

Rare and Unusual Unger Brothers Jester Sterling Letter Opener from the 1900's. Wonderful detailing and unusual subject matter. 1900 USA. 9.5" x 1.85" x 1.25".

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Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Antique Letter Openers

Materials

Sterling Silver

French Art Nouveau Silver Plated Nude Lady Letter Opener
French Art Nouveau Silver Plated Nude Lady Letter Opener

French Art Nouveau Silver Plated Nude Lady Letter Opener

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

French 1930's Art Nouveau Silver Plated Letter Opener In the Shape of a Nude Lady

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Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Letter Openers

Materials

Silver Plate

Italian Scissors and Letter Opener
Italian Scissors and Letter Opener

Italian Scissors and Letter Opener

Located in New York, NY

A beautiful set of fine Italian brass-plated and stainless-steel scissors, letter opener, and grained leather case, Post-Modern design period//70s Modern, circa late-20th century, It...

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Late 20th Century Italian Post-Modern Letter Openers

Materials

Stainless Steel, Brass