Founded in 1846, Cross is one of America’s oldest and most respected writing instrument manufacturers. Known for producing premium pens, pencils, and accessories, Cross became a staple in professional offices and executive settings throughout the twentieth century. Their proprietary refills were designed to maintain the performance and longevity of Cross mechanical pencils, helping establish the brand’s reputation for quality and reliability.

Offered here is a vintage lot of Cross 0.9mm mechanical pencil lead refills housed in the original factory box. The lot includes nine refill tubes containing 0.9mm lead intended for use with compatible Cross mechanical pencils. The original gold-toned packaging features classic Cross branding and reflects the company’s distinctive mid-century to late twentieth-century design aesthetic. This lot is ideal for collectors of vintage writing instruments, stationery enthusiasts, and users seeking authentic Cross refills for period mechanical pencils.

Condition Report:

The original Cross box is present and remains structurally sound. There is visible age-related wear to the box, including edge wear, light creasing, surface soiling, and storage wear consistent with long-term preservation. The graphics remain clear and attractive for display.

The lot includes nine refill tubes as shown. The tubes display light signs of age from storage and handling. Several tubes were inspected and contain lead. The contents have not been individually counted or tested for use. This vintage Cross refill set displays well and would make an excellent addition to a writing instrument collection or desk accessory display.

Contents: Approximately 9 refill tubes of Cross 0.9mm mechanical pencil lead in original Cross box.