Victorian Novelty Silver & Enamel Croquet Mallet Propelling Pencil
S Mordan & Co c1870
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A rare Victorian novelty silver Propelling Pencil made in the form of a Croquet Mallet with blue and red enamel bands to the shaft. A twist action to propel the pencil.
By S Mordan & Co, c1870
Open 68 mm
Closed 55 mm
Sold - £450.00
Condition
In good condition with just a few minor surface nicks and minor losses to the enamel, the internal metal drive pin not functioning.
Weight
6.50 Grams
(0.21 troy ounces)
Country
England
Stock Code
AS299
Medium
Silver & Enamel
Literature
See: The K.B.Collection of Pencils by Ken Bull, page 135 for similar examples.