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Unusual English Sterling Silver Dip Pen Wipe Chester 1902 Desk Antique
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Unusual English Sterling Silver Dip Pen Wipe Chester 1902 Desk Antique

1900 - 1920
Sold 7 August 2025 · The Silver Squirrel
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A very unusual English solid sterling silver desk accessory. It is hallmarked for Chester 1902 with the makers mark being JMB. It has been superbly designed having cord ends held by a silver band. These would have been used to dry the nib of a dip pen after use - although this one looks unused. It is in superb condition being free from dings splits and repairs. It measures approx. 6 inches long and weighs 36 grams. A very interesting piece.

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The Silver Squirrel has dated this Antique Silver Pen Wipe to the Edwardian era.

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SA1156898
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37567
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A very unusual English solid sterling silver desk accessory. It is hallmarked for Chester 1902 with the makers mark being JMB. It has been superbly designed having cord ends held by a silver band. These would have been used to dry the nib of a dip pen after use - although this one looks unused. It is in superb condition being free from dings splits and repairs. It measures approx. 6 inches long and weighs 36 grams. A very interesting piece.
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The Silver Squirrel has dated this Antique Silver Pen Wipe to the Edwardian era.

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SA1156898
Dealers Internal Ref
37567
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An antique Edwardian sterling silver pen wipe featuring a central hallmarked silver barrel flanked by tufts of green and black wool. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I An antique Edwardian sterling silver pen wipe featuring a central hallmarked silver barrel flanked by tufts of green and black wool. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Unusual English Sterling Silver Dip Pen Wipe Chester 1902 Desk Antique

Archive II An antique Edwardian sterling silver pen wipe featuring a central hallmarked silver barrel flanked by tufts of green and black wool. View II
Archive III An antique Edwardian sterling silver pen wipe featuring a central hallmarked silver barrel flanked by tufts of green and black wool. View III
Archive IV An antique Edwardian sterling silver pen wipe featuring a central hallmarked silver barrel flanked by tufts of green and black wool. View IV
Archive V An antique Edwardian sterling silver pen wipe featuring a central hallmarked silver barrel flanked by tufts of green and black wool. View V
Archive VI An antique Edwardian sterling silver pen wipe featuring a central hallmarked silver barrel flanked by tufts of green and black wool. View VI
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An antique Edwardian sterling silver pen wipe featuring a central hallmarked silver barrel flanked by tufts of green and black wool.
UNUSUAL ENGLISH STERLING SILVER DIP PEN WIPE CHESTER 1902 DESK ANTIQUE
Ref: SA1156898
An antique Edwardian sterling silver pen wipe featuring a central hallmarked silver barrel flanked by tufts of green and black wool.
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Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDesk Accessories
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialSterling silver, wool
  • ColourGreen and silver
  • MotifsHallmarked silver barrel, Wool tufts, Double-ended brush design

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Pen wipes were essential accessories on Victorian and Edwardian desks, used by writers to clean excess ink from dip pens and quills before and after use to prevent blotting and corrosion.

They were typically constructed with a central handle made from sterling silver, brass, or ceramic, combined with dense clusters of wool, felt, or cloth threads designed to absorb ink.

Authenticity is determined by examining the hallmarks on the silver mount for assay office marks, date letters, and makers marks, alongside period-appropriate wear and construction techniques.

Placed upon a traditional writing desk, bureau, or bookshelf display, these small desk accessories add a touch of historical detail and texture to study or office spaces.

The silver mount should be cleaned gently with a specialised microfibre polishing cloth, avoiding chemical dips that could damage the fragile historical fibres or fabric elements.
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