Sheaffer - Snorkel TM - Fountain pen

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Set of two: a Sheaffer Triumph Autograph fountain pen with a 14K gold cap band and 14K nib, and a matching pencil, both in black high‑gloss resin with a white cap jewel, 14.2 cm long and 1.06 cm in diameter for the pen (pencil 12.7 x 0.8 cm), dating to the 1940s–1950s and in good used condition.

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Item: SHEAFFER Triumph Autograph fountain pen and pencil set, glossy black body with a wide solid 14-karat gold band engraved with the signature of the first owner, gold-plated clip and fittings and a white dot on the cap crown
Length: 14.2 cm
Diameter: 1.06 cm
Nib: F
Pencil: 12.7 x 0.8 cm
Parts: 2
Period: 1940s-1950s
Materials: Pen and pencil in high-gloss polished black resin; solid 14K gold cap band (marked "14K") with engraved signature; clip, collar and pencil cone in gold-tone metal; 14-karat gold, Triumph engraved, conical nib with two-tone platinum-plated tip; finely grooved black section; engraving on the body: "W.A. SHEAFFER PEN CO. - FORT MADISON, IOWA, U.S.A."; single-action filler by rear knob (era pneumatic system, not tested); twist-pencil with fine lead.
Condition: Good condition for its age. Both pieces retain all the shine of the black and the gold is intact, with no wear or bare patches. Fine signs of use and some superficial scratches on the body and on the gold band are visible only in backlight and in close-up photos. The nib is straight, with the tines aligned and undamaged; the cap’s white dot is complete. The pencil advances lead correctly. Used piece, not restored.

Accessories: Supplied with its original Sheaffer case, velvet-lined with satin interior and the name "SHEAFFER'S" in gold, with the piece-holding ribbon. No papers, certificate, or warranty card visible in the photos.

The photographs form part of the description.

A0000006254

Item: SHEAFFER Triumph Autograph fountain pen and pencil set, glossy black body with a wide solid 14-karat gold band engraved with the signature of the first owner, gold-plated clip and fittings and a white dot on the cap crown
Length: 14.2 cm
Diameter: 1.06 cm
Nib: F
Pencil: 12.7 x 0.8 cm
Parts: 2
Period: 1940s-1950s
Materials: Pen and pencil in high-gloss polished black resin; solid 14K gold cap band (marked "14K") with engraved signature; clip, collar and pencil cone in gold-tone metal; 14-karat gold, Triumph engraved, conical nib with two-tone platinum-plated tip; finely grooved black section; engraving on the body: "W.A. SHEAFFER PEN CO. - FORT MADISON, IOWA, U.S.A."; single-action filler by rear knob (era pneumatic system, not tested); twist-pencil with fine lead.
Condition: Good condition for its age. Both pieces retain all the shine of the black and the gold is intact, with no wear or bare patches. Fine signs of use and some superficial scratches on the body and on the gold band are visible only in backlight and in close-up photos. The nib is straight, with the tines aligned and undamaged; the cap’s white dot is complete. The pencil advances lead correctly. Used piece, not restored.

Accessories: Supplied with its original Sheaffer case, velvet-lined with satin interior and the name "SHEAFFER'S" in gold, with the piece-holding ribbon. No papers, certificate, or warranty card visible in the photos.

The photographs form part of the description.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Number of objects
2
Model/type
Snorkel TM
Country of origin
United States
Period
Mid 20th century
Material
Gold-plated, Precious resin
Manufacturer/brand
Sheaffer
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
In working order
Yes
Diameter
1.06 cm
Length
14.2 cm
Nib size
F - Fine
Spain (Mainland)Verified
4947
Objects sold
98.9%
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