PLEASE NOTE THIS AUCTION WILL CONCLUDE SUNDAY EVENING: 02nd July 2017 (BRITISH TIME)
Over the next few weeks I have for auction a very fine collection of writing instruments to include fountain pens and pencils. There are many fine examples on offer by a wide range of good makers to include Waterman Parker , Sheaffer, Onoto De La Rue, Conklin, Conway Stewart, Swan Mabie Todd to name a few in many finishes , colours and sizes.
I consider the images I take the most important part of my auctions , they are taken in high resolution and will give a very good idea about the pen in question and hopefully show any imperfections where applicable. The table also gives a very general guide of the basics of the pen with regards to model, colour , nib, condition. The measurement of the pen is shown in the images with a rule. Below the table I also include a grading summary of the condition. This is my scale and I have rated the pen according to my opinion , this of course will always differ but hope this gives a general guide. If you need to know the exact measurement please contact me and ask me as many questions as you need if I have missed anything you feel important.
All my auctions are offered at a 99 penny start with no reserve and all auctions will have shipping combined for multiple purchases.
PEN | INFORMATION |
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MAKE | SWAN MABIE TODD |
MODEL | Eyedropper |
COLOUR | Sterling Silver |
MEASUREMENTS | 135 mm. Please see images to show measurement. Included in the images is either a UK penny coin / USA dime OR a ruler in cm's and inches to give a good visual impression of size. |
BARREL MARKINGS |
Swan Pen Pat Mabie Todd & Co Ltd New York Sterling Silver Made in USA |
NIB (Grade / Material) |
Super 14K gold fine oblique nib - nice writer Included in the images I have included where possible a written note demonstrating the characteristics of the nib on paper. This does not imply serviceablity only that the pen has been dipped , please see below if the pen requires an ink bladder. |
FILLING SYSTEM | Eyedropper |
NEW INK SAC . BLADDER REQUIRED (YES/NO) | NO |
CONDITION GRADE (please see my table below) |
EXCELLENT - BEAUTFUL PEN - SOME GENERAL AGE WEAR - DINT TO BLIND CAP I consider the images I take the most important part of my auctions , they are taken in high resolution and will give a very good idea about the item in question and hopefully show any imperfections where applicable. Please see all images below to get a good overall impression of condition. Each item is shown in the high resolution images below as well as shown in the thumbnail pictures provided by Ebay. The images below are much larger and should give you a further detailed impression of each item on offer. |
CONDITION GRADE GUIDELINES.
NEW OLD STOCK / MINT (Mint in Box, Mint in Package) - Just like new, in the original package. The box may have been opened, shows no signs of use whatsoever and with no imperfections or damage.
NEAR MINT - like new in overall appearance , shows no signs of use other than being dipped or filled with ink
EXCELLENT - Signs of minor wear may be evident, but the pen is very clean and well cared for. Retains all original parts with no dents, scratches or dings. Filling system may need attention i.e a new ink bladder.
VERY GOOD - A pen that obviously has been used and shows general wear overall caused by normal use with small scratching and perhaps some brassing , but no dents or major imperfections. Filling system will need a new ink bladder etc.
GOOD - A pen that has been used consistently through age and time, some flaws or defects exist
FAIR - A Pen in poor condition. Offered for spare parts only.
Postage costs within the UK:- |
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-1st Class Standard Delivery |
£3.95 |
-1st Class Recorded Delivery |
£4.95 |
-Special Delivery Next Day |
£7.95 |
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Postage Costs Outside the UK:- |
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-Airmail to Europe (NOT TRACKED) |
£6.95 |
-Signed-for postage to Europe (TRACKED) |
£10.95 |
-Airmail to the ROW (NOT TRACKED) |
£6.95 |
-Signed-for postage to ROW (TRACKED) |
£10.95 |
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