1883 British antique white mother-of-pearl handle, pure silver blade penknife, William Morton
SKU: 202411094821
We would like to introduce you to an antique British folding penknife.
A penknife is a small knife used to sharpen the tips of quill pens.
It could also be used to sharpen pencils or as a letter opener.
This work was created by William Morton of Sheffield, England in 1883.
It is a folding penknife with a mother-of-pearl handle and a pure silver blade, and is relatively large for a penknife.
The mother-of-pearl handle is beautifully carved.
We hope this once-in-a-lifetime encounter will be a special one for you!
【condition】
Appearance: ★★★★☆ Excellent condition with no noticeable scratches or stains
Function: ★★★★☆ Slight deterioration but no major issues
・There is some wear and dirt due to age, but there are no noticeable scratches and it is in beautiful condition. ・The white mother-of-pearl handle has no cracks or chips.
- The blade has a hallmark that guarantees sterling silver
The blade is well sharpened
- The blade can be inserted and removed smoothly.
*This is a very old item, so there are small scratches and stains due to aging.
Please check the photos and make sure you agree before purchasing.
【detail】
Manufacturer: William Morton
Year of manufacture: 1883 (Sheffield Q)
Material: Handle: White mother of pearl, steel
Blade: Sterling silver (925/1000)
Size: Total length 152mm
Blade length: 65mm
Weight: 25g
*This is an antique item and there is no other item exactly like it.
If you have any questions, please feel free to ask.