Victorian Silver Duke of Wellington Commemorative Sliding Propelling Pencil
Unmarked c1852
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A very fine quality and rare mid Victorian silver Propelling Pencil made to commemorate the death of The Duke of Wellington in 1852. The barrel with intricate engraving including flags, spears and battle axes etc, with raised applied foliate bands, the slider ring chased with the coat of arms of Wellington, the dates 1769 - 1852 and his two most famous battles - Assaye & Waterloo. The terminal formed as a bust of The Duke.
Unmarked c1852. Probably made by Sampson Mordan & Co.
Stamped with a diamond registration mark for October 20th 1852.
Open 145 mm
Closed 111 mm
Sold - £785.00
Condition
In good condition and in full working order, very slight damage to the tip of the nozzle
Weight
17.90 Grams
(0.58 troy ounces)
Country
England
Stock Code
TRS040925
Medium
Silver
