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Antique Marbelized Art Deco Bakelite Pen
Cool old writing pen. Blue and gold bakelite or other early plastic. I really know very little about these...may be a Shaeffer? Not sure. 14K yellow gold tip or nib. Rattles, so the insides may be in need of attention. I am selling this AS FOUND. Great to display or rebuild!
Size: 6"
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OLD CATHOLIC UNIVERSITY BRONZE PERPETUAL DESK CALENDAR
Deco Nouveau bronze look small stand up calendar.
Emblem on front states:
CATHOLICA UNIVERSITATIS AMERICE SIGILLUM
Back is stamped:
METAL ARTS CO.
WORCESTER NY
BRONZE
Lovely lines, old patina, unpolished, sold as found, has small plastic inserts with the months and days. Measures about 4.5" by 3.75". Dates to the 1930s-40s, in my estimate.
Very nice vintage condition.
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VICTORIAN CARVED MOTHER of PEARL FAIRCHILD DIP PEN
Late 1800s, hand engraved chased gold filled metal with carved mother of pearl. Lovely swirl design. Apprx 5.5" long.
Sold as found...what you see is what you get. No tip, and a small little metal piece on the side that looks as if someone had attempted to make this a brooch of some sort. not sure. Stamped FAIRCHILD in the side.
Would be great to use in a shadowbox or art project or even to restore.
Sold as found. Price reflects condition.
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ANTIQUE WOVEN SILK GOLDEN RULE BOOKMARK GREETING CARD
You are buying one of these, though two are available.
These were put out by the Quality Weaving Company of Philadelphia, made in U.S.A., and each are marked as such on the back. I am unsure of their age, but I'd guess they are at least 50 years old or more.
Each card is on an off white paper stock and has an embroidered or woven book mark greeting tucked into the front. The bookmark reads as follows:
The Golden Rule
Do onto others as you would have others do unto you
The cloth is peach colored with orange thread. On the inside of each card is a place for a greeting or message and the following:
This woven greeting may be detached and used as a book mark
Never used, this would make an excellent stocking stuffer for the bookworm in the family. They are both excellent with minor wear from storage only. Remember, you are bidding on ONE of these; please check out my other auctions and storefront to bid on the other one.
I have seen some of the Stevengraph woven and embroidered pieces, and though this is not a true Stevengraph,this would make a nice usable piece for a fraction of the cost, yet would look nice alongside some of the rarer and more expensive ones.
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1977 LUCITE MARIJUANA LEAF PEN SET ADVERTISING GIVEAWAY
This is truly a unique and rare item. It came out of an estate purchase from years ago and has been my keeper ever since.
The base is a heavy lucite piece apprx 5 1/4" by 4". It has a long pen which has a mount on the top right corner.
The following is stated:
PERSONAL MEETING ON
POLICIES, PRACTICES, PROCEDURES
PITTSBURGH, PA MAY 17, -19, 1977
ANNA PARKER
On the bottom left hand corner it says:
Marijuana sativa 16580
In the center is what appears to be a real live (well, it is not alive anymore!) pot leaf!
To the right of the leaf it says:
FOR EMERGENCY BREAK GLASS
On the bottom right hand corner it says:
FISHER SCIENTIFIC CO.
ROUTE #1, BOX 47A
CLEAR LAKE, WIS 54005
I have never seen a advertising premium like this before. Evidently some of the employees, or perhaps one in particular, was gifted with this at the meeting that weekend in 1977.
In very good condition, this is a great desk piece as well as an advertising piece. Keep in mind that the leaf is not contraband as it is useless due to being contained in the lucite.
A truly interesting conversation piece!
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HUGE VINTAGE MECHANICAL PENCIL SALESMAN SAMPLE
I have never seen anything quite like this so bear with me...
Measuring about 8 1/4" long, this mechanical pencil appears to be a salesman's sample or store prop or display. It must be rare, as I've been collecting and selling for nearly 2 decades and have not seen this type of piece before. If anyone knows more about these, I would love to hear from you.
The lovely pencil is made of brass and is FULLY functional! That's right...it has a very thick lead point which mechanically puches out at the twist of the end piece. The only marking I could find was a "MADE IN GERMANY" hallmark around the top of it.
Rather than being round, the pencil is squared off and has lovely Art Deco criss crossed machine work on 4 sides. Alternating with these sides are blue enameled stripes. The top removes to open up the cylinder for extra leads, and it also has an eraser still present and intact. My guess is that this dates to the 1920s or 30s.
In gently used condition, I have included several views to try to illustrate the fine condition and craftsmanship that went into this piece. The enameling is in very good, near mint condition, and it appears to be original and free of any repairs or damage. Pefect for the most advanced of collectors, this is offered at less than my initial purchase price many years ago to encourage bidding.
PLEASE...pardon these pictures...they do NOT do justice to this piece and I'll attempt to take more images to more adequately and accurately depict this fine rarity!
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VICTORIAN VULCANITE or GUTTA PERCHA MECHANICAL PENCIL
Late 1800s to early 1900s, apprx 5" long, cannot find a maker's mark, oxidation on the tip, black body of pencil in very nice condition with a subtle Grecian key inspired design. Not sure of the material, some sort of early vulcanite or gutta percha of some sort. Gold filled metal end, nice elegant decoration.
Sold as found, appears to be functional. Lovely authentic Victoriana. Interior section intact. End unscrews to insert pencil lead.
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COLLECTION 8 ANTIQUE VINTAGE MECHANICAL PENCILS
YOU ARE BUYING EIGHT PIECES...6 mechanical pencils and TWO pens. The first photo shows a collection and all are included EXCEPT the gray one that is the 2nd from the far right pen. The last 2 photos show the 8th pen.
Here they are, from the left to the right:
1950s silver and blue pen by Papermate
6 sided black pencil w/ silver top, BELL SYSTEM
Miniature black mechanical pencil, eraser still intact
Gold/White striped pen
Gold tone pencil on bead chain, mint, like new in box
Gold Filled Etched teachers pencil brooch w/ retractable pencil, mint, like new !!
Watermans Pencil
Red Point Advertising Pencil for Construction Company; says "Don't get behind the 8 Ball" and has an 8 Ball at the end...COOL!
You are buying these in AS FOUND condition. I am also including an EVERSHARP TIARA cardboard box. NO RESERVE!
Grey pen in 1st photo is NOT included...it is a Shaeffer's w a 14K nib and will be offered separately.
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ANTIQUE VICTORIAN STERLING SILVER MECHANICAL PENCIL
Stamped sterling silver, late 1800s early 1900s Victorian repousse at the end, 4" long, loop to hang from a chain, works, very good vintage condition, sold as found, unpolished, complete, free of damage or repair.
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ANTIQUE VICTORIAN VULCANITE MECHANICAL TELESCOPE PENCIL
Elegant and rare Victorian mechanical telescopic pencil dating to the mid to late 1800s. The unusual writing implement measures about 2 3/4" long when closed; a simple pull at the end opens it to a little over 5" upon full extension.
Authentic pieces of Victoriana have become a rarity, and this is no exception. It is gold filled with lovely hand chased or etched work at the end and ;lovely machine work down the shaft. The center section is black and appears to be some sort of very early plastic materical like gutta percha or Vulcanite...more than likely Vulcanite, however, based on the color and feel. Though difficult to photograph showing the intricate detail, the center black section also has incredible machinework in a zig zag pattern.
In what I'd call mint to near mint condition, this pristine piece is fully operatable and ready to use. It appears to be all original and 100% complete and free of dings, dents, damage or repair. The gold filled finish is shiny and with its finish intact...don't miss this important item!
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