Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
Description:
Four Pelikan "M400" Fountain Pens, Germany, a tortoiseshell with gray cap, brown twist knob and broad gold nib, a striped green with black cap and twist knob and a fine gold nib, a tortoiseshell with brown cap and twist knob and medium nib, and a striped blue with black cap and twist knob and medium gold nib, lg. 4 7/8 in.
Estimate $300-400
Gray cap and green stripe pens marked "Gunther Wagner". Gray cap has brassing of the clip and bite marks on the winding knob. Remaining pens have usual light scratching and no brassing.
The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
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GermanyJonathan Dowling
Director, Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
508-970-3131
Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
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