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Object Name
Pen
Object Number
1955-01-53
Description
Turned ivory shaft and top, the top screws onto the base and then onto the top of the shaft when in use. The quill point is silver. Belonged to a member of the Potter or Luddington Family of Thomaston, CT
Comment
An example of an early pen.
Category
Tools and Equipment for Communication
Date Made
ca. 1820
Dimensions
4 1/2" L
Materials
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Pen