Antique Rare Victorian Solid 9ct Rose Gold Gun Propelling Pencil Pendant BOXED

Description: On offer for you is this rare antique early Victorian novelty 9ct rose gold gun.The gun is a flint lock pistol model and contains a secret propelling pencil hidden inside, which extends outwards via a small button latch to the underside of the gun barrel. The nose of the pencil un-twists for a lead stick to be added or removed. The body of the pistol is hand-etched with a lovely floral pattern. A fitted ring to the hilt allows for a jump ring or bail to be added, so that the gun may be worn as a pendant, a larger charm, or added to a hoop earring for a one-sided edgy statement.The gun comes with it's original box featuring a scarlet velvet fitted interior, and an exterior made from mottled watercolour cardboard in peach and green. The perfect gift or a delightful addition to your own collection!🌟Please check out my other listings or follow me as a seller as I have hundreds of beautiful vintage and antique pieces to list :) 🌟 ———Item Statistics———Era: Antique Victorian Circa 1840sMetal: Solid Rose Gold (with some metal interior for the propelling pencil function)Hallmarked: No - Which is not uncommon for a piece from this time period. It has been carefully acid tested as 9ct gold.Size: 3.25cm long total x 0.6cm wide x 0.28cm deep(4.5cm long when extended out as a writing pencil)Box: 4.8cm x 2.2cm x 0.88cmWeight: 1.6 gramsGemstones have been tested on the presidium gem tester.All statistics are an approximate of our best measuring unless otherwise stated.———CONDITION REPORT———Good Used Antique Condition.The propelling pencil slides in and out securely, and is found in working order with some original lead remaining. The nose of the gun has lost some gold detailing (see pictures). A dent to one side. The ring for a jump ring or bail attachment to be added shows some age related thinning but is still functional. Comes with original fitted box.Please use photos as part of the item description. This is an vintage piece and will be subject to imperfections due to age and use. Any major flaws found will be listed for you. More photos available upon request. ———SHIPPING——— Purchase will be shipped with Australia Post nationally and worldwide. I use express postage with tracking, signature upon delivery and item value insurance

Price: 1450 AUD

Location: Perth, Western Australia

End Time: 2024-11-25T00:49:16.000Z

Shipping Cost: 58.44 AUD