Victorian Novelty Silver ""Skinny"" Owl on Perch Propelling Pencil
Sampson Mordan c1870
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A rare Victorian novelty silver 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
This ""skinny"" owl is the less common version of the owl pencils produced by Sampson Mordan.
Open 67 mm
Closed 38 mm
Sold - £675.00
Condition
In good condition with no damage or repair and in full working order
Weight
12.50 Grams
(0.40 troy ounces)
Country
England
Stock Code
TRS131218G
Medium
Silver