Conklin - Ensemble Combo (Pen & Pencil) - Stilografica Combo con Portamine Vintage – Celluloide Marmorizzata – - Fountain pen

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The Conklin Ensemble is a working vintage fountain pen and mechanical pencil combo made of marbled celluloid with gold details and a 14-carat gold nib, measuring 14.7 cm.

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Vintage Conklin Ensemble Combo Fountain Pen & Mechanical Pencil – Marbled Black & Amber Pearl Celluloid – 14K Gold Nib – 1930s (USA)

A rare and fascinating vintage writing instrument from Conklin "Ensemble" (Fountain Pen & Mechanical Pencil Combo), manufactured in Toledo (Ohio, USA) starting in 1929–1930.

- Brand and Model: Conklin Pen Co. – Official Ensemble model.

- Mark on the barrel: Clear and perfectly legible engraving "TRADE Conklin MARK - TOLEDO, OHIO, U.S.A. - ENSEMBLE" with patent on the clip "Conklin PAT. MAY 28 1918".

- Combo Functionality (Dual Use): Lever-fill fountain pen on one side and integrated pencil at the opposite end.

- Pencil Mechanism: Twist-activated mechanical pencil (Twist Mechanism) fully functional: by turning the final gold-plated metal cone back and forth, the lead advances and retracts normally.

- Material: Premium marbled black and amber-yellow (Black & Amber Pearl Celluloid), glossy and free of cracks or fissures.

- Nib: Original Conklin solid 14K gold nib, marked "Conklin TOLEDO" (visible length about 1.9 cm, Medium/Fine stroke).

- Fountain Pen Filling: Side lever (bearing the inscription "PAT. NOV. 17 1925" on the crescent).

- Finishes and Dimensions: Gold-plated details and clip in excellent vintage condition with slight patina of time.

1. Nib Measurements (14K Gold Conklin Toledo):

Grading / Stroke: M (Medium) (or F/M – Fine/Medium).

Visible nib length (from grip to tip): about 1.9 cm (19 mm).

Maximum nib width: about 0.7 cm (7 mm).

2. Instrument (Combo) Measurements:

Total closed length (with cap): about 14.7 cm (147 mm).

Length without cap: about 13.2 cm (132 mm).

Maximum barrel diameter: about 1.2 cm (12 mm).

Vintage Conklin Ensemble Combo Fountain Pen & Mechanical Pencil – Marbled Black & Amber Pearl Celluloid – 14K Gold Nib – 1930s (USA)

A rare and fascinating vintage writing instrument from Conklin "Ensemble" (Fountain Pen & Mechanical Pencil Combo), manufactured in Toledo (Ohio, USA) starting in 1929–1930.

- Brand and Model: Conklin Pen Co. – Official Ensemble model.

- Mark on the barrel: Clear and perfectly legible engraving "TRADE Conklin MARK - TOLEDO, OHIO, U.S.A. - ENSEMBLE" with patent on the clip "Conklin PAT. MAY 28 1918".

- Combo Functionality (Dual Use): Lever-fill fountain pen on one side and integrated pencil at the opposite end.

- Pencil Mechanism: Twist-activated mechanical pencil (Twist Mechanism) fully functional: by turning the final gold-plated metal cone back and forth, the lead advances and retracts normally.

- Material: Premium marbled black and amber-yellow (Black & Amber Pearl Celluloid), glossy and free of cracks or fissures.

- Nib: Original Conklin solid 14K gold nib, marked "Conklin TOLEDO" (visible length about 1.9 cm, Medium/Fine stroke).

- Fountain Pen Filling: Side lever (bearing the inscription "PAT. NOV. 17 1925" on the crescent).

- Finishes and Dimensions: Gold-plated details and clip in excellent vintage condition with slight patina of time.

1. Nib Measurements (14K Gold Conklin Toledo):

Grading / Stroke: M (Medium) (or F/M – Fine/Medium).

Visible nib length (from grip to tip): about 1.9 cm (19 mm).

Maximum nib width: about 0.7 cm (7 mm).

2. Instrument (Combo) Measurements:

Total closed length (with cap): about 14.7 cm (147 mm).

Length without cap: about 13.2 cm (132 mm).

Maximum barrel diameter: about 1.2 cm (12 mm).

Details

Era
1900-2000
Model/type
Ensemble Combo (Pen & Pencil) - Stilografica Combo con Portamine Vintage – Celluloide Marmorizzata –
Country of origin
United States
Period
(1920–1940 / 1920–1930)
Material
Celluloid and Gold
Manufacturer/brand
Conklin
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
In working order
Yes
Diameter
1.2 cm
Length
14.7 cm
Nib size
M - Medium
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Objects sold
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