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Glass Inkwell with Presentation Inscription
| Categories | Presentation Piece |
| Type | Transportation |
| Material | Glass |
| Markings | See Narrative |
| Manufacturer | Undetermined |
| Origin | United States |
| Date or Era | circa 1873 |
The most notable feature of this clear glass inkwell is the presentation inscription under the lid.
- Glass Body: The inkwell’s body is made of pressed glass and has a multi-lobed design with a central inkwell.
- Hinged Lid with Presentation: The circular, hinged lid is made of metal and, when opened, reveals a printed inscription. The inscription reads:
PRESENTED TO Govt L. Wilson BY EMPLOYEES, CAR DEP’T. N.W.R.R. April 4th, 1873. Chicago, Ill.
This inscription indicates that the inkwell was a presentation gift given to a “Govt L. Wilson” by the employees of the Car Department of the North Western Rail Road (N.W.R.R.) on April 4th, 1873, in Chicago, Illinois. The text is printed in a decorative script and enclosed under a protective layer.
Sold for $157 in May 2025
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