Antique Victorian 9ct rolled gold propelling pencil & dip pen with banded agate fob.
Detail.
9 carat rolled gold.
Rolled gold so this is a thick layer of 9ct gold over base metal.
Ornate end with polished banded agate fob.
Engine turned detail.
Two sliders reveal a working mechanical lead pencil and fountain pen.
The end of the pencil twists to protract the lead.
Really unusual piece.
No hallmarks.
Condition.
Antique used before.
Sliders work well, there is a slight dent next to the pen slider.
There is tarnish in places.
It has been lightly polished and is ready to wear.
Please see all pictures.
Size.
Approximately -
9.8 cm long, with pen and pencil in.
1.3 x 1.3 cm banded agate end.
The pencil comes out 2.5 cm.
The pen comes out 2.8 cm.
Weight.
Approximately -
19.35 grams.
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