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Silver Lock-Down Traveling Inkwell
| Categories | Travel |
| Material | Silver |
| Markings | See narrative |
| Manufacturer | Thomas Wallis |
| Origin | England |
| Date or Era | circa 1814 |
| Measuring | 2” x 1 ⅜” x 1” high |
This silver, lock-down traveling inkwell has a rectangular shape with a hinged lid that locks securely to prevent ink from spilling during travel. The lid features a screw mechanism that can be used to open and gain access to the ink compartment. When tightly screwed shut, the ink remains contained.
The English hallmarks on this inkwell are:
- A lion passant (a lion walking with one paw raised), which is the standard mark for sterling silver in England.
- A leopard’s head, which is the mark for the London Assay Office.
- This letter “T” is the date letter for 1814, the year the inkwell was assayed.
- A maker’s mark of “TW” – Thomas Wallis
Sold for $375 in November 2024
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