Unknown / Vintage Generic
Multi-Vane/Multi-Color Slide Pencil or Novelty Pen
Mechanical Pencil
Filling System
N/A
Condition
Fair to Good; shows typical age-related patina, surface wear, and minor tarnish on the metal plating.
Estimated Value
$30 - $75
Era
Early 20th Century (approx. 1910s-1930s)
Pen Specifications
Pen Type
Mechanical Pencil
Filling System
N/A
Body Material
Metal / Silver-Plated Brass
Trim Material
Silver-Plated
Color / Pattern
Silver
Cap Type
N/A
Clip Design
Ball-end vintage pocket clip attached near the top mechanism
Barrel Shape
Cylindrical with sliding slots
Nib Details
Nib Material
N/A
Nib Size
N/A
Nib Type
N/A
Nib Condition
N/A
Dimensions
Size / Dimensions
Approximately 105 mm length
Weight Estimate
20 grams
Heritage & Origin
Era / Period
Early 20th Century (approx. 1910s-1930s)
Country of Origin
Likely USA or Europe
Rarity
Uncommon
Condition & Value
Overall Condition
Fair to Good; shows typical age-related patina, surface wear, and minor tarnish on the metal plating.
Filling System Condition
N/A
Estimated Value
$30 - $75
Special Features
Multi-slot slide mechanism typically used for multi-lead or multi-color sliding pencils.
Ink Recommendations
N/A
Care Recommendations
Clean gently with a soft microfiber cloth; avoid harsh metal polishes that may strip thin plating.
Interesting Facts
These multi-slot sliding instruments were popular novelty and utilitarian items in the early 1900s, allowing users to extend different leads or tips via independent manual sliders.
Overall Assessment
An interesting vintage mechanical slide pencil showcasing early 20th-century mechanical ingenuity and pocket utility.