Antique sterling silver propelling pencil with bloodstone seal, late 19th century

Lovely antique sterling silver propelling pencil with blank bloodstone seal to top. Marks for Villiers & Jackson, Chester, 1895.  With a sterling silver jump ring to top, this would make a lovely charm or pendant.

Active from 1888 to 1923, Villiers & Jackson were based in Hockley Hill, Birmingham where a number of fine silversmiths worked and specialised in small items.

Price marked for $380 AUD.

Measurements: 6cm length, total weight incl. base metal mechanism 18.6 grams

Exterior in good antique condition; mechanism is jammed. Maker’s mark rubbed but legible, one small blemish to base of pencil.