Antique Victorian Gold-Filled Telescopic Magic Pencil Citrine Seal Terminal c.1860

A fine antique Victorian telescopic "magic pencil" in gold-filled metal with a citrine seal terminal, dating to approximately 1840–1870. The extending barrel features all-over engine-turned hobnail and basket-weave pattern decoration throughout, with the characteristic longitudinal slot of the telescoping mechanism. Approximately 10cm in length. Weight 9.3g.

The base terminal features a substantial cast acanthus leaf and scrollwork cap in heavier gold-tone metal, set with a faceted amber/golden-brown citrine or topaz coloured stone seal. The stone is set in a shaped scalloped bezel. Unmarked gold-filled metal throughout.

A handsome and well-made example of Victorian writing instrument craftsmanship, with good decorative detail on both the engine-turned barrel and the ornate cast terminal.

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Item Specifics
Category: Antiques > Writing Equipment > Pencils
Condition: Used – Good / Antique
Material: Gold-Filled Metal (unmarked)
Stone: Citrine / Topaz Seal
Mechanism: Telescopic / Magic Pencil
Length: Approx 10cm
Weight: 9.3g
Era: Victorian, c.1840–1870

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