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Exquisite Ormolu & Painted French Calendar Book IOB
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Pre 1900 item# 818265 (stock# 090815)
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Vininghill
250-595-7582
$3000.00
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This is an exceptionally beautiful, made in France, ormolu book with seven reverse painted scenes of Paris set into the front cover. Very likely a souvenir purchased in the Palais Royale shops. The book has its original pencil, and a small calendar in a side pocket that dates the piece to 1856. The first page of the note book is marked with a small engraving of a couple and the word - 'Souvenir'. The following eight pages are blank, then two thicker pages with the days of the week in French, followed by several more blank pages for notes or comments.
The book has a royal purple velvet spine and a red watered silk lining. The original leather case has a cream silk and velvet interior and hook closures.
One of the finest pieces I have seen.
Condition: Very good. Images bright and clear. Metal work bright. Case has minor scuffing.
Size: Case- 4 3/4 X 3 1/2 X 5/8 inch. Book: 3 3/4 X 2 1/2 X 1/4 inch.
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Rare Samson Mordan Sterling Owl Retractable Pencil
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Pre 1910 item# 459072 (stock# 100505)
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Vininghill
250-595-7582
$795
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This rare Samson & Mordan Owl Retractable Pencil is a very unusual piece. The design is of a detailed silver owl with large opalescent glass eyes. When the top ring is pulled up, a pencil slides out of the body at the bottom. The owl is beautifully engraved and very realistic in appearance. The piece is marked S. Mordan & Co., and has been tested sterling. Could be worn as a pendant, or charm, as the piece is very attractive.
Condition: Fine. Tiny rub on one glass eye, but does not detract in any way. Rich color to the silver.
Size: Closed- 1 ¼ inches. Open- 2 ¼ inches.
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