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Up for sale is a stunning, near-mint 1930s Sheaffer Balance mechanical pencil in the iconic "Jade Green" over sized Senior …
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Up for sale is a stunning, near-mint 1930s Sheaffer Balance mechanical pencil in the iconic "Jade Green" over sized Senior model (5.5") Radite (celluloid).
This is a true collectors specimen. While most jade pieces from this era have turned a muddy brown over the last 90 years, this pencil was stored in a case and has retained its vibrant, original seafoam green color with virtually no ambering.
Condition Highlights:
Material: High-gloss celluloid in pristine "True Green" condition.
Trim: Gold-filled "Humpback" clip and center band show no "brassing" or wear.
Imprint: Features a sharp gold-foil personalization: "J.P. BRENNAN."
Provenance: Sourced from an estate in Moraga, CA. Historical records indicate J.P. Brennan was a prominent contractor who built the landmark dam at Saint Marys College in 1928. This pencil likely dates to the completion of that project.
A rare opportunity to own a piece of writing history with local California provenance.
Tags
Sheaffer Balance, Vintage Pencil, Jade Green, Radite, Celluloid, 1930s, Antique, Moraga History, Writing Instrument, J.P. Brennan, Gold Filled, Collectible
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- Dimensions
- 1ʺW × 1ʺD × 5.5ʺH
- Styles
- Modern
- Period
- Late 20th Century
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Jade
- Pencil
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Jade
- Condition Notes
- Provenance & HistoryThis exceptional Sheaffer Senior Oversize pencil was acquired directly from a private estate in Moraga, California. The original … moreProvenance & HistoryThis exceptional Sheaffer Senior Oversize pencil was acquired directly from a private estate in Moraga, California. The original owner was active in the region during the 1920s and 1930s, and this piece has remained within the family for nearly a century. This is a rare "fresh-to-market" find that has been carefully preserved as a family heirloom rather than cycled through multiple dealers.Condition Report Body & Color: Vibrant Jade Green Radite (celluloid) with excellent color preservation. Unlike many 1920s models, this specimen shows minimal "browning" or darkening, retaining its iconic bright marbled hue. Size: This is the desirable Senior Oversize model, measuring a full 5.5 inches in length with a robust girth. Trim: Gold-filled "Flat Top" and clip are in excellent vintage condition with strong luster. (Note any minor brassing or tiny nicks here if you see them). Mechanism: The Propel-Repel-Expel twist mechanism functions smoothly. It has been less
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