Writing Instrument: 19th-century Goose-quill Pen; 3 Nibs, Horn, And Ebony

Ebony and horn pen sharpener — 19th century.
An ingenious writing tool dating from mid-19th century, from Parisian workshops.
This multifunctional pen sharpener, made of turned ebony with a horn ring, has an original and refined tapered silhouette.
A screw-thread system reveals a hollow compartment containing three sharpening blades, two of which are marked with a cutler's hallmark.
The blades screw in on front for convenient use.
Black horn tip also unscrews, revealing a cutler hallmark.
Dimensions: Length: approx. 11.5 cm, Diameter: approx. 3 cm (blade not mounted).
Good antique condition with visible signs of use on the threads and a small mark (scar) on the ebony body, which does not affect its sturdiness.
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