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Antique 20th Century French Solid Gold & Sapphire Retractable Pencil c.1900

$3,075.88
£2,195
€2,608.93
CA$4,186.58
A$4,682.96
CHF 2,437.04
MX$57,648.81
NOK 31,004.19
SEK 29,088.04
DKK 19,465.26
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About the Item

Antique 20th Century possibly French 14ct gold retractible pencil. Designed to be attached to a key chain or as a pendant, this pencil features a blue cabochon sapphire decorative tip which is covered by the hinged chain link. Upon pulling the pencil out, the extending slidng mechanism inside allows the pencil to be ergenomically used to write. A wonderful item which is just as useful now as it was then. The pencil is not hallmarked but has a small engraving inside "60244". CONDITION In Great Condition - Wear expected with age. Please refer to photographs. SIZE Height: 7 cm // 2.76 in Extended Height: 10 cm // 3.94 in Diameter: 0.75 cm // 0.30 in Weight: 13.1g
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 0.3 in (7.5 mm)Width: 3.94 in (10 cm)Depth: 0.3 in (7.5 mm)
  • Style:
    Other (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    1900-1909
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1900
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading. In Great Condition - Wear expected with age. Please refer to photographs.
  • Seller Location:
    Royal Tunbridge Wells, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: J106471stDibs: LU1348241544752

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