FORTNIGHTLY HOUSE CLEARANCE AUCTION

FORTNIGHTLY HOUSE CLEARANCE AUCTION

Catalogue

Lot 355: A Collection of Writing Instruments and a Lady's Guy Laroche Wristwatch

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Start price: £5

Estimated price: £5 - £10

Buyer's Premium:

An assortment of writing instruments and desk accessories, accompanied by a boxed lady’s designer wristwatch. The collection of pens includes multiple examples of the Parker Jotter style in various finishes, such as brushed stainless steel, maroon and silver-tone, and purple and silver-tone, all featuring the signature arrow-shaped clips. Also present is a black resin fountain pen with gold-tone furniture and a single cap band, a ballpoint pen with a decorative multi-coloured enamel-effect cloisonne style barrel, a pictorial souvenir pen, and a contemporary multi-colour ink pen with a white plastic and copper-toned body. The lot further comprises several mechanical pencils, lead holders, and a selection of approximately fifteen loose steel dip pen nibs in assorted styles for calligraphy and mapping. The lady’s wristwatch by Guy Laroche features a rose gold-tone circular case and a white dial with rose gold-tone hour markers and Arabic numerals at 3, 6, 9, and 12 o’clock. The dial is marked with the Guy Laroche name and a square GL logo. The watch is fitted with a textured pink strap and is presented in its original white Guy Laroche branded box.


Condition report:

The writing instruments show signs of regular use, including light surface scratches and minor wear to the plated finishes. One pen is held within a protective black sleeve. The loose steel nibs exhibit some age-related surface tarnishing. The Guy Laroche wristwatch appears to be in good, clean condition and is housed in its original box. The watch movement is untested and may require a replacement battery.