A rare double writing instrument, combining a pen and pencil in a single body, engraved with the advertising inscriptions "CALBÉRAC Distiller in Castres (Tarn)" and "Distillerie de l'Albinque – La Cordeline, exquisite liqueur." This type of promotional gift was offered to retailers and representatives during the Belle Époque by regional distilleries, in this case Calbérac, known in Castres since the late 19th century for its liqueurs and aromatic aperitifs.
✦ Origin: Castres (Tarn), France ✦ Estimated period: Early 20th century ✦ Dimensions: Length 16 cm ✦ Material: Metal with original wooden pencil ✦ Condition: Good used condition, signs of age, clear and legible markings.
A beautiful piece of regional advertising and antique writing, typical of the advertising know-how of French distilleries around 1900.
