Victorian Novelty Silver Trumpet Propelling Pencil Registered Design

Unmarked c1844
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A rare early Victorian novelty silver sliding Propelling Pencil, made in the form of a Trumpet, with engine turned barrel and shaped slider button, the flared screw-off terminal set with a citrine seal stone, and concealing a lead reservoir complete with spare leads. The barrel stamped: 'TF', for a Trumpet / Flugel mouthpiece.

The terminal engraved with a diamond registration mark for January 30th 1844.

The nozzle engraved 'H', for a 0.9mm hard lead.

Unmarked, c1844.

Open: 59mm
Closed: 45mm

£450.00

Condition
In good condition with no damage or repair and in full working order.
Weight
3.60 Grams (0.12 troy ounces)
Country
England
Stock Code
DC120924
Medium
Silver