{"product_id":"silver-combination-dip-pen-pencil-c-1890","title":"Silver Combination Dip Pen \u0026 Pencil, c.1890","description":"\u003cp\u003eBelieved to have been made in Britain between the late 19th and early 20th century, this antique silver combination pen and pencil brings together two writing instruments within a single, finely decorated body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA dip pen extends from one end, while the other reveals a propelling pencil — an idea that feels surprisingly familiar today. Long before the modern multi-pen, 19th-century makers were already experimenting with combining different functions into a single writing instrument. Advances in metalworking and mechanical design led to the development of the \u003cspan class=\"notion-enable-hover\"\u003epropelling pencil\u003c\/span\u003e, followed by a variety of \u003cspan class=\"notion-enable-hover\"\u003ecombination writing instruments\u003c\/span\u003e incorporating pens, pencils and, occasionally, other tools.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis piece uses a simple sliding mechanism to reveal either the pen nib or pencil from opposite ends. Scrolling foliate motifs and small floral details soften its mechanical form, reflecting a time when writing instruments were not simply practical objects, but small \u003cspan class=\"notion-enable-hover\"\u003epersonal accessories\u003c\/span\u003e designed to express individual taste. A softly coloured pink stone is set into the screw-fitting terminal, adding a subtle, jewellery-like detail to the silver body.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhile no hallmarks are present, its double-ended construction and decorative style closely resemble British combination writing instruments from the late 19th century.\u003cbr\u003eThe pencil accommodates approx \u003cspan class=\"notion-enable-hover\"\u003e1.5mm lead\u003c\/span\u003e. More than a century later, there is something particularly charming about finding such a familiar idea within this small and intricate object.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e・・・\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e𓉞\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"notion-enable-hover\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eT.C.C Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eAll vintage objects carry natural signs of use and traces of time accumulated over the years. This pair has received \u003cspan class=\"notion-enable-hover\"\u003ean initial polish using silver cleaner\u003c\/span\u003e, while its naturally developed patina has been carefully preserved rather than excessively removed. To preserve the beauty and longevity of the pieces, \u003cspan class=\"notion-enable-hover\"\u003efrequent or excessive use of silver cleaner is not recommended.\u003c\/span\u003e When not in use, please \u003cspan class=\"notion-enable-hover\"\u003estore them away from prolonged exposure to air\u003c\/span\u003e. When needed, gently polish with a soft silver polishing cloth.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e・・・\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"notion-enable-hover\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e8.7cm — with both the dip pen and pencil retracted\u003cbr\u003e11cm — fully extended\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"notion-enable-hover\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePeriod\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003ec.1890\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"notion-enable-hover\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eSilver\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"notion-enable-hover\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eBelieved to be English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e・・・ \u003c!-- --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"T.C.C","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58777844384128,"sku":null,"price":160.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1009\/5804\/4544\/files\/MJXX9572copy.jpg?v=1787755206","url":"https:\/\/thecuriocabinet.co.uk\/en-kr\/products\/silver-combination-dip-pen-pencil-c-1890","provider":"T.C.C","version":"1.0","type":"link"}