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Rare Victorian Silver Propelling Pencil & Dip Pen with Bloodstone Seal, Circa 1880
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Rare Victorian Silver Propelling Pencil & Dip Pen with Bloodstone Seal, Circa 1880

19th century
Sold 22 September 2024 · Julie Cartwright Antiques
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Description

This is a good Victorian combined telescopic propelling pencil and dip pen. The faceted body engraved with foliate scroll designs. The two drawer telescopic sections with ornate slider buttons to extend the pen and pencil. The screw-off end cap with bloodstone finial.

Dimensions:

Length : 13.5cm / 5.2 inches.

Length retracted: 11cm / 4.2 inches.

Dimensions:

Length: 6cm / 2.4 inches.

Width: 3.5cm / 1.4 inches.

Condition:

Good.

telescopic mechanism in good working order.

Postage:

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO ADD POSTAGE AT CHECKOUT.

Postage UK: £8 Special Delivery Next day.

Postage overseas: £15 International Signed For.

You can pay by PayPal, bank transfer, cheque, debit or credit card.

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To pay by credit or debit card over the phone or by cheque, please contact me on 01449 760 585.

Physical Dimensions
Height
13cm (5.12")
Width
1cm (0.39")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Declaration

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this Antique Silver Propelling Pencil to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1078390
Dealers Internal Reference
JUIL98
Description
This is a good Victorian combined telescopic propelling pencil and dip pen. The faceted body engraved with foliate scroll designs. The two drawer telescopic sections with ornate slider buttons to extend the pen and pencil. The screw-off end cap with bloodstone finial.
fig 1. An ornate Victorian silver propelling pencil and dip pen featuring chased floral patterns and a dark bloodstone matrix seal at the terminal.
fig 1. Rare Victorian Silver Propelling Pencil & Dip Pen with Bloodstone Seal, Circa 1880

Dimensions:

Length : 13.5cm / 5.2 inches.

Length retracted: 11cm / 4.2 inches.

Dimensions:

Length: 6cm / 2.4 inches.

Width: 3.5cm / 1.4 inches.

Condition:

Good.

telescopic mechanism in good working order.

Postage:

fig 2. An ornate Victorian silver propelling pencil and dip pen featuring chased floral patterns and a dark bloodstone matrix seal at the terminal.
fig 2. Rare Victorian Silver Propelling Pencil & Dip Pen with Bloodstone Seal, Circa 1880

PLEASE DO NOT FORGET TO ADD POSTAGE AT CHECKOUT.

Postage UK: £8 Special Delivery Next day.

Postage overseas: £15 International Signed For.

You can pay by PayPal, bank transfer, cheque, debit or credit card.

To pay by PAYPAL please add P&P and click on button below.

To pay by credit or debit card over the phone or by cheque, please contact me on 01449 760 585.

Height
13cm (5.12")
Width
1cm (0.39")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Date of Manufacture

Julie Cartwright Antiques has dated this Antique Silver Propelling Pencil to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1078390
Dealers Internal Ref
JUIL98
Julie Cartwright Antiques
Julie Cartwright Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2009
Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Julie Cartwright Antiques Profile Page

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Archive I An ornate Victorian silver propelling pencil and dip pen featuring chased floral patterns and a dark bloodstone matrix seal at the terminal. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Rare Victorian Silver Propelling Pencil & Dip Pen with Bloodstone Seal, Circa 1880

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Julie Cartwright Antiques

Julie Cartwright Antiques
Telephone 07947 998435
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Suffolk
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/jc
Verified Since Jun 2009
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Items Sold 2,226
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An ornate Victorian silver propelling pencil and dip pen featuring chased floral patterns and a dark bloodstone matrix seal at the terminal.
RARE VICTORIAN SILVER PROPELLING PENCIL & DIP PEN WITH BLOODSTONE SEAL, CIRCA 1880
Ref: SA1078390
An ornate Victorian silver propelling pencil and dip pen featuring chased floral patterns and a dark bloodstone matrix seal at the terminal.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectWriting Instruments
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialSilver, Bloodstone
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsChased foliate engraving, Bloodstone seal matrix, Multi-functional sliding mechanism
  • SizeH 13 cm (5 in) x W 1 cm (0 in) x D 1 cm (0 in)

FAQs

Victorian writing accessories are characterised by ornate craftsmanship, often combining practical functions like dipping and propelling with decorative metals and semi-precious stones.

These instruments were typically fabricated from sterling silver, gold, brass, and incorporated natural gemstones such as bloodstone, jasper, or agate for the seal matrices.

Authentic pieces usually feature hallmarks indicating the metal purity and makers mark, hand-engraved surface ornamentation, and functional mechanisms that show age-appropriate wear.

They can be displayed on a modern minimalist desk using a clear acrylic stand or housed within a glass cloche on a bookshelf as a focal point of historical interest.

Store them in a dry, temperature-controlled environment away from direct sunlight, and clean the silver only with a soft, non-abrasive cloth to preserve the natural patina and hallmarks.
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