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Lot 18:
Description
A vintage brass souvenir folding pen knife manufactured in Sheffield. The handle comprises two brass scales featuring an embossed chronological list of the Kings and Queens of England. One side details monarchs from William I (1066) to Edward V (1483), while the reverse continues from Richard III (1483) to George V (1910). The knife includes two polished stainless steel blades: a larger primary blade and a smaller secondary pen blade. The tang of the main blade is stamped with the maker’s name and location reading JOHN WATTS SHEFFIELD ENGLAND, with the reverse of the blade bearing the impressed words STAINLESS STEEL. The handle scales are secured with two brass pins and the joints show a natural aged patina.
Condition report:
The brass scales exhibit a natural aged patina with surface tarnish concentrated in the recessed lettering (photo 1). Both blades show light surface scratching consistent with use but maintain their original factory profile with no visible chips or significant sharpening wear (photo 2). Darkened grime is visible within the mechanical joints (photo 3).
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