Victorian Novelty Percussion Pistol Propelling Pencil Assassination of Queen Victoria
SAMPSON MORDAN & CO, London 1840
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A rare Victorian Novelty silver Propelling Pencil in the form of a Percussion Pistol, with sliding knob below the barrel to propel the pencil.
Stamped - S. Mordan & July 6th 1840.
It is likely that these percussion pistol pencils were made to commemorate an assassination attempt on Queen Victoria, by one Edward Oxford, who was tried for high treason at the Old Bailey on July 6th 1840, but was acquitted on the grounds of insanity and sent to Bethlehem Hospital.
64 mm closed.
86 mm open.
Sold - £545.00
Condition
In good condition with no damage or repair.
Weight
12.50 Grams
(0.40 troy ounces)
Country
England
Stock Code
007657
Medium
Silver
