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ITEM DESCRIPTION:
Complete vintage writing desk set including a heavy, solid brass dome-top inkwell mounted on a black base, a vintage fountain pen, and a vintage bottle of Faber-Castell Higgins Black India Ink with a dropper cap.
SET INCLUDES:
1. SOLID BRASS INKWELL & BASE
- Hinged brass dome lid with deep interior well.
- Mounted on a black polished base (approx. 4" x 3.5") with a front pen rest groove.
2. VINTAGE FOUNTAIN PEN
- Blue barrel with a gold-tone metal cap.
- Nib stamped "VELVET POINT 6 MADE IN U.S.A."
3. FABER-CASTELL HIGGINS BLACK INK BOTTLE
- Vintage 1 fl. oz. glass bottle with original rubber dropper cap.
- Original paper label stamped "Faber-Castell HIGGINS BLACK" and "Newark, N.J."
CONDITION ASSESSMENT:
- Inkwell: Solid brass shows authentic age tarnish, patina, and interior oxidation. Hinge functions smoothly.
- Fountain Pen: Untested, sold as-is for restoration or display. Nib shows light ink tarnish/wear.
- Ink Bottle: Vintage pre-owned condition. Label has aging, dust, and minor surface wear. Rubber dropper shows age. Sold as a vintage collectible accessory.
- Please inspect all high-resolution photos for exact details.
SHIPPING & HANDLING:
Items will be individually wrapped in heavy bubble wrap to protect the glass bottle, pen, and brass hinge. Ships securely boxed via USPS Ground Advantage with buyer-paid calculated shipping.
