Inkipedia

Stafford’s Ink Bottle

Categories Ink Bottle
Material Glass
Markings See narrative
Origin United States
Date or Era circa 1880

This Stafford’s ink bottle has its original lithographed label: “Stafford’s Unchangeable Universal Jet Black Writing Ink New York”. The aqua colored glass ink bottle is also embossed on the side vertically with “Stafford’s Ink”. The top is crudely tooled with a sloping top. Remains of a cork stopper close the opening.

Sold for $61 in November 2024

Content disclaimer. The information posted is the owner’s best knowledge and may not have been vetted by the SOIC. We welcome comments, corrections, and additions, working to make our website information comprehensive and accurate.

Give Feedback


Join the Society of Inkwell Collectors (SOIC) – it’s free!

Founded in 1981 as a non-profit organization,
we are documenting inkwells (and accessories).
We’re here to help and inform!

Join Now