{"product_id":"vintage-wyvern-princess-fountain-pen-and-pencil-set-14ct-gold-nib-circa-1951-c3115","title":"Vintage Wyvern Princess Fountain Pen and Pencil Set - 14ct Gold Nib - Circa 1951 - C3115","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSummary\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA vintage Wyvern Princess fountain pen and mechanical pencil set in dark green resin with matching gold and silver tone fittings, original fitted case and guarantee papers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis vintage Wyvern Princess writing set was made in Leicester by Wyvern Fountain Pen Co. Ltd and dates to around 1951. It comprises a fountain pen and matching mechanical pencil, both with dark green resin barrels and gold and silver tone caps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe barrels are impressed with the Wyvern Princess name and Wyvern trademark, together with Made in England markings. The fountain pen has a 14ct gold nib marked 14CT. It writes when dipped and retains its internal breather tube, but no ink sac is fitted. A replacement bladder will be needed for normal filling and use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe matching mechanical pencil operates by turning the ferrule to advance or retract the lead. Its mechanism works, though it is somewhat stiff after long storage; some lead remains inside. It takes approximately 1.2 mm lead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe set retains its original flock covered presentation case. Inside the lid is the inscription:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“With Love from Robin June 4th 1951”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginal Wyvern guarantee and instruction papers for both instruments are included. They identify the Wyvern Fountain Pen Co. Ltd of Woodboy Street, Leicester, and note that the company was established in 1896. The pencil instructions describe the original lead advance and refill arrangement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe matched instruments, fitted case and original paperwork make this an unusually complete Wyvern Princess set from the early 1950s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGood vintage condition overall with minor surface wear consistent with age and use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe mechanical pencil mechanism works but is presently a little stiff. Lead remains inside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fountain pen nib writes when dipped. The internal breather tube is present, but there is no ink sac fitted, so a replacement bladder will be required for normal filling and use. The 14ct nib appears in good order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe original case has age related wear, particularly to the flock lining and exterior. The original papers show normal handling and storage wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate Measurements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFountain pen length excluding cap: 10.3 cm [4.06 in]\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFountain pen barrel diameter: 8.75 mm [0.34 in]\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFountain pen nib: 14ct gold\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMechanical pencil length: 11 cm [4.33 in]\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMechanical pencil barrel diameter: 9.5 mm [0.37 in]\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePencil lead size: approximately 1.2 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCombined pen and pencil weight: 18 g [0.63 oz]\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBoxed weight: 56 g [1.98 oz]\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Dark green resin with mixed gold and silver tone fittings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaker: Wyvern Fountain Pen Co. Ltd\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: Princess\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Leicester, England\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDate: Circa 1951\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessories: Original fitted case and guarantee\/instruction papers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStock Code : C3115 SP26-3\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTracked and insured shipping is provided free of charge to most UK addresses, there may be charges for remote or offshore locations. Your item(s) will usually be shipped within 48hrs of order (weekdays), you will receive an email with confirmation of shipping and tracking code when your item is despatched. 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