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Library and Office: Desk Sets


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A hand held magnifying glass from Bausch and Lomb. Made in the USA. Measures 4 in. diameter. Still in the original box with documentation. No damage.  A working pencil sharpener. This one is marked Boston. Hand crank type. Table model Has rubber on the base to prevent slipping. 8 differnt size holes. Stands 5 in. tall and the base measures 4 in. x 3 in. In usable condition.  An adorable figural pony, horse ink blotter. Known as the rocker blotter. this rocking horse stands 3.75 in. tall and is 3.5 in. long. 1 in. wide. Lovely lavender glass. Marked with a B in a triangle for the Guernsey Glass Co. The owners name was Bennet so that explains the letter B. Was located in Ohio. No damage but the blotter on the rocker shows a bit of fraying on the edge and ink stains.  This miniature paper cutter measures 5 in. x 4 in. In working condition. Useful for cutting apart photos etc.

Magnifying Glass, Hand Held $14.95

 

Pencil Sharpener, Boston, Table Model $24.95

 

Figural Horse Ink Blotter, $37.50

 

Mini Paper Cutter $12.00

A tooled leather cover on a desk or note pad. Measures 8 in. x 4.75 in. In good, usable condition. No damage. I think from the 1950's era.  These are (2) Antique Telephone Number Index Card Files. One is a Novelty Chrome Plastic and Metal, with a "Dial the Alphabet Letter Needed" type of system. The top then Springs open at the surname, telephone #,and address required.One rubber corner foot is missing on base. Instruction card is inside,no refills. Plastic Back.Made in 

Hong Kong. The size is 4 x 6 1/2 inches.

The 2nd index is Brown Metal with a Gold Metal Slide to the correct Alphabet Initialrequired. It is manufactured by the Makers of the Rolodex Rotary Card File (Zephyr)

It measures 4 X 7 inches and has the instructions inside but no refill papers. It says this is the Hercules Model. It has a cardboard backing. Shipping is $4.00 USA Domestic Priority (3 days). 

 This mallet is made of a very dark brown, black wood and measures 11 in. long. The mallet head is 1.5 in. diameter. A metal band, possible silverplate reads To President R R Myers from The Ostrander-Seymour Company and is dated 1924. In good, displayable condition.  This desk set is made of brass and consists of double inkwells on  a stand with glass inserts, a letter opener,and 4 brass corners for a desk pad. The inkwell stand measures 9 in. x 5 in. The letter opener is 9 in. long. Ink wells are about 2.5 in. tall. Attractive embossed design. Could use a polishing or use as is and enjoy the patina.

Tooled Leather Note / Desk Pad $22.00

 

Antique Telephone Index Card File Collec $7.00

 

Wood Mallet, Recognition Memorabilia $39.95

 

Desk Set, Brass, Double Inkwells $195.00

An advertising inkwell made of clear glass with a black bakelite? top. Stands 1.5 in. tall and is 2 in. diameter at the top. Cover/top is marked American Seating Co. No. 60. In good, damage free condition.  This desk set consists of the holder for 2 inkwells made of a plaster like material. Measures 9 in. x 7 in. Woodgrain appearance with grooves to hold your dip pens. The 2 ink wells are complete. One is a cream color glass similar to Alacite and the other is Black glass. Labels are still attached reading Sengbusch. The ink wells measure 3.25 x 4.75 in. 3.5 in. tall. A great set to display and use. I find no chips, cracks, etc. Just normal, minor wear due to age.  A vintage desk blotter made of Onyx. The label reading Genuine Onyx, New Diamond is still attached. Goldtone brass handle and base to hold blotter. In like new condition. No damage. Measures 5 in.long x 2 in. wide.  This inkwell is marked Esterbrook. It has space to hold 1 pen. Neasures 4.5 in. diameter and is just over 1 in. tall. I think the top is made of bakelite. I find no damage.

Advertising Ink Well, Inkwell, $29.95

 

2 Inkwells, Stand, Sengbusch $175.00

 

Onyx Desk Blotter $37.50

 

Esterbrook Ink Well, No Pens $49.95

For the Harley Davidson collector I offer this working phone. Just lift the seat on the bike to use the phone. Stands 10 in. tall and is 15 in. long and 6.25 in. wide. This is a licensed product made in China so am assuming it is from the '90's era. Imagine this on your office desk to enjoy when you can't get a way for a ride.  A souvenir of the Renfro Valley Barn Dance. A pen or pencil holder that stands 3.75 in. tall and is 3.5 in. diameter. Made of plastic with a metal top. Bright colors. No damage. Displayable, usable condition.  This vintage silverplated letter holder will be a useful and unique item for your desk. Measures 5.5 x 7.25 in. and is about 1.5 in. tall. The bottom has been covered with felt to prevent scratching your desk surface. I think this may be from the '60's era. Acquired from an estate. Needs a polish but is damage free.  This vintage rotary dial desk phone is in working condition. No damage. Just plug it in to your phone jack and it's ready to use. I believe it is of imitation marble. Very heavy. Weighs 9 lbs. Stands 11.5 in. tall and the base measures 7.5 x 6.5 in. This phone will add a touch of elegance to your home or office.

Harley Davidson Phone, Telephone $125.00

 

Souvenir Pen, Pencil Holder, Renfro Vall $29.95

 

Silver plated Letter Holder Desk Accesso $65.00

 

Rotary Dial Desk Telephone $175.00

WONDERFUL ALABASTER DESK SET IN GREAT CONDITION. IT HAS THE LETTER HOLDER WITH THE CALENDAR AND FLIP OVER PICTURE THAT IS 4 INCHES HIGH, 5 INCHES WIDE AND 2 INCHES DEEP. IT HAS THE WONDERFUL BLOTTER WITH THE BRASS BOTTOM AND KNOB THAT IS 2 3/4 INCHES HIGH, 5 INCHES WIDE AND 2 INCHES DEEP. PLUS, THE BASE FOR THE PEN HOLDER MISSING THE HOLDER. IT IS 7/8 INCHES HIGH, 3 1/4 INCHES WIDE AND 2 1/2 INCHES DEEP. A GREAT SET WITH WONDERFUL COLORING.  WONDERFUL, EARLY LETTER OPENER WITH THE U.S. CONGRESSIONAL LIBRARY, WASHINGTON D.C. ON THE FRONT WITH A PICTURE OF THIS HUGE BUILDING. THE BACK HAS A RAISED, MOLDED FLOWER PATTERN WITH A SCROLLED FRAMING. THE END IS VERY HEAVY METAL AND LOOKS TO HAVE SOME DISCOLORATION AND NEEDS POLISHING. WE DO NOT POLISH AND OLD METAL, BUT LEAVE THE PATINA AS IS. IT IS 6 1/2 INCHES LONG AND 1 1/2 INCHES WIDE. THIS IS A GREAT, UNUSUAL PIECE TO FIND.  A desk accessory to neaten up your desk. Not sure if this is bakelite? or some other form of heavy, durable plastic. Holds several pens, pencils, tape dispenser,spaces for stamps, paperclips, etc. Measures 8.25 x 5 i. and is 2.75 in. tall. No breaks, cracks, etc. but it does have some stains from ballpoint ink I believe. Perhaps removable but do not know how to safely clean it further. Gray marblized with touches of reddish swirls.  A letter opener with scabbard/sheath. Measures 11 in. long and is 2.25 in. diameter. Marked Fabrika Bermiso, Spain. Wire wound handle with steel blade. The mark looks like a Star of David to me. Steel sheath. In very good condition. A unique item that I belierve may be from the '50's era. Great workmanship and detailing.

ALABASTER DESK SET, 3 PIECES W / BLOTTER $24.00

 

EARLY LETTER OPENER, U. S. CONGRESSIONAL $20.00

 

Bakelite? Desk accessory Pen Holder $22.50

 

Letter Opener with Sheath, Scabbard $385.00

A wax sealer from the city of Hopkins that is dated 1981. Oak handle, made of steel, with a black top. Measures 11.75 in. long. The head is 3.75 in. by 1.75 in. diameter. Good, used condition.  A unique item to use and display from the Phillipines. Has a Water Buffalo figurine on a base that serves as an ashtray and penholder. Measures 4.5 x 3.25 in. and is 3.25 in. tall. In good usable, displaable condition. A unique souvenir from the Phillipines.Made of pottery. I find no damage.  NICE DESK ORGANIZER FOR STAMPS, PINKS AND CLIPS WITH A DRAWER AND A CASE ON THE TOP FOR A ROLL OF STAMPS AND A NEAT SET OF LITTLE POSTAGE SCALES IN A BRASS COLOR. THE BOX IS MADE OF WOOD AND IS 4 3/4INCHES HIGH, 5 1/2 INCHES WIDE AND 2 1/2 INCHES DEEP. A NEAT ITEM THAT IS ALSO VERY USEFUL AS WELL AS DECORATIVE FROM ABOUT THE 1960'S.  A brass letter opener. This opener screws apart in 2 pieces. Measures 9 in. long and is about one half in. wide.

City Wax Sealer, Stamp Hopkins Mn. $65.00

 

Water Buffalo Pen Holder, Ashtray $27.50

 

DESK ORGANIZER, STAMPS, SCALE, DRAWER, A $15.00

 

Brass 2 0c. Letter Opener $22.50

WONDERFUL RELIGIOUS LETTER OPENENER WITH A GREAT STATUE ON THE TOP END. IT IS MARKED ITALY. THE FRONT SAYS SAINTE ANNE de BEAUPRE IN GOLD LETTERING. IT IS MADE OF AN IVORY COLORED PLASTIC AND IS 7 1/2 INCHES LONG. THERE IS GREAT DETAIL TO THE STATUE.  An ink blotter. This rocking horse has a blotter attached to the bottom. Just a bit loose at one end. Could easily be reglued, I'm sure. This glass rocking horse stands 3.75 in. tall and is 3.5 in. long. Made of a blue and white slag glass. Unmarked, so maker is uknown. Well detailed with a halter and saddle impressed into the glass. I find no damage other than the loose blotter. Vintage could be anywhere from the '30's-'50's era when ink pens were more in use.  A silverplated letter opener depicting St. Paul Minnesota. Features  the Minnesota state capitol, A Native American in full headdress and a Beaver on the top. Measures 6.5 in. long and is about 2 in. diameter. In good, displayable, usable ocndition.  A cast metal pencil sharpener. Shaped as a Jeep. Made in Hong Kong. 2.75 in. long, 2 in. tall, 1.5 in. wide. Use and/ or display.

RELIGIOUS LETTER OPENER W / STATUE ON END $10.00

 

Rocking Horse, Rocker Blotter $37.50

 

St. Paul Mn. Letter Opener $75.00

 

Pencil Sharpener, Jeep $9.50

A black/gray marble desk set that has 2 ink wells of milk glass. Measures 15.5 x 6 in. The separate letter holder has a chrome plated metal holder and is 6 x 3 in. In very good condition except for one chip on the backside of the heavy marble edge. Classic executive appearance with great veining to the marble. This item should ship via USPS Parcel Post due to the weight and size.  This inkwell is made of heavy black amethyst glass. Measures 4 3/4 x 3 1/4 in. Stands 3.5 in. tall. No chips, cracks, etc. The label is still intact on the back side and reads Sengbusch. This will definitely be a conversation piece displayed on your desk. I think the vintage would be approx. the '30's.   

MARBLE DESK SET, INK WELLS, LETTER HOLDER $185.00

 

BLACK AMETHYST GLASS INKWELL $85.00

  



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