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Lobster Pen Wipe
| Categories | Accessories, Figural - Animals & Living Creatures |
| Type | Marine, Pen Wipe |
| Material | Brass |
| Markings | Unmarked |
| Manufacturer | Undetermined |
| Origin | England |
| Date or Era | circa 1890 |
| Measuring | 6 ½” x 4” x 2 ½” high |
A cast brass pen wipe in the form of a lobster. The head lifts to reveal the natural bristle within to clean the nib of a dip pen, removing excess ink.
Estimated value: $1000
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