Sold at Austin Auction Gallery
(3) Wancher Fountain Pens, Bakelite, Zogan, Urushi
- Price realized
- $561
- Pre-sale estimate
- $150 – $350
- Hammer price
- $475
- Category
- Pens & Writing Instruments
- Sold
- June 24, 2022
- Sale
- MID-CENTURY, FRENCH ANTIQUES, GARDEN - DAY 1
Lot description
(lot of 3) Wancher Incorporated fountain pens, Japan, all appearing new and retaining original wood boxes, including: (1) Seven Treasures, "Bakelite Black", Bakelite and Shippoyaki cloisonne case, 18K gold 750 fine nib, original retail price: $300.00; (1) Zogan Sakura River, "Urushi Black", ebonite, Urushi, and Zogan case, 14K 585 fine nib, original retail price: $500.00; (1) Sekai, "Byakudan-nuri", wood and Urushi case, 18K 750 medium nib, original retail price: $500.00; for shipping purposes only, largest box: approx 9"h, 6.75"w, 1.75"d, 2lbs total Start Price: $100.00
This lot sold at a past Austin Auction Gallery sale. Prices realized include the buyer's premium and are provided for research only — they are not an appraisal or a guarantee of future value.