Victorian Novelty Silver Gilt "Skinny" Owl on Perch Propelling Pencil
Sampson Mordan & Co c1870
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A rare Victorian novelty silver gilt Propelling Pencil made in the form of an Owl sitting on a perch, with amber coloured glass eyes and attached suspension ring.
By Sampson Mordan & Co, c1870.
The "skinny" owl is the less common version of the owl pencils produced by Sampson Mordan.
Open 66 mm
Closed 36 mm
Sold - £475.00
Condition
In good condition with no damage or repair, a little sticky to open but functioning perfectly well. Some loss of original gilding.
Weight
11.50 Grams
(0.37 troy ounces)
Country
England
Stock Code
TRS131124A
Medium
Silver
