Inkipedia
Lock-Down Traveling Inkwell
| Categories | Travel |
| Material | Glass, Silver |
| Markings | See Narrative |
| Manufacturer | Undetermined |
| Origin | England |
| Measuring | 3 ½” x 2 ¼” |
This rectangular traveling inkwell has a sterling silver mount which is set on a crystal body. It has a key screw to secure the lid. The inside of the lid has a leather seal fixed by a plain silver plate. The exterior is ornately decorated. The central cartouche is made of gold and is engraved with an armorial crest. The glass inkwell has a star-cut base. The silver is hallmarked.
Sold for $800 in January 2024
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