Decorative ornament - Guhl & Harbeck - Jupiter 1 Pencil Sharpener

Antique Mechanical Pencil Sharpener (Guhl & Harbeck Jupiter 1)

This object is a rare and iconic example of an early mechanical pencil sharpener, the Jupiter 1. Produced by the renowned German firm Guhl & Harbeck in Hamburg at the beginning of the 20th century (circa 1905/1915). The device is known for its indestructible and advanced sharpening technique.

Brand: Guhl & Harbeck, Hamburg (Germany).
Model: Jupiter 1 (the first and most sought-after model in the series).
Material: Heavy-duty black-painted cast iron with steel mechanism and a brass factory emblem.
Technique: Planetary sharpener; the cutting wheel rotates on its own axis and around the pencil for a perfect point.

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