A small Victorian gem, this stamped brass pen nibs box boasts a rich and emblematic decoration of the late 19th-century English style. Signed D. Leonardt & Co.—the renowned Birmingham pen manufacturer—it imitates the shape of an antique book, with a ribbed spine and exquisitely embossed motifs. The lid bears the British royal coat of arms, a mark of quality and export. Highly prized by collectors of writing implements, this empty box elegantly testifies to the golden age of handwritten correspondence.
✦ Origin: England (Birmingham) ✦ Estimated period: Circa 1880–1900 ✦ Dimensions: Approx. 6.5 × 5 × 1.5cm ✦ Material: Stamped brass ✦ Condition: Good original condition with patina, wear consistent with age, functional locking system. Contents: Empty.
An iconic decorative object of antique writing – ideal for collectors of office accessories or lovers of Victorian style.
