Vintage Directory Pen No. 2185 feather box, Bronze finish, by Hinks, Wells & Co., Birmingham. Its almond green, red, black, and gold packaging features beautiful advertising typography within an ornamental border. An illustration of the pen model appears on the side, while the reverse bears the manufacturer's details for Birmingham and London, as well as the British Pens Limited mark. Decorative packaging for collectors of vintage writing instruments and graphic design.
✦ Period: early 20th century ✦ Provenance: England, Hinks, Wells & Co., Birmingham and London. ✦ Dimensions: approx. 7 × 5 × 2.5 cm. ✦ Material: polychrome cardboard and paper. ✦ Condition: good overall external condition, colours well preserved. Slight soiling, rubbing, and minor wear at the corners. Contents and sealing not confirmed from the photographs.
A vintage English feather box in contrasting colours, for a collection of advertising stationery and vintage office accessories.
