Antique Eclipse Gold Filigree Eyedropper Fountain Pen Sanford Bennett Nib w Box For Sale
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Antique Eclipse Gold Filigree Fountain Pen Set with Original Box
Early 1900s Eyedropper Era • Black & Gold Overlay • Sanford & Bennett No. 2 Nib
Item Overview
Up for sale is an authentic, estate-found **Antique Eclipse Gold Filigree Fountain Pen** complete with its original presentation box. This early 20th-century piece features an ornate gold filigree pattern overlaid onto a black hard rubber body.
This is a classic **eyedropper filling model** from the pre-lever era. The front nib section twists completely off to allow direct ink filling into the barrel chamber. It features a premium, early New York upgrade: a solid **Sanford & Bennett New York No. 2 gold nib** with a distinct triple-groove capillary ink feed on the back. It is an outstanding piece for vintage writing instrument collectors or restoration enthusiasts.
Specifications & Features
Brand (Body & Box): Eclipse Pen Co.
Material: Black hard rubber with gold filigree metal overlay
Nib / Tip: Sanford & Bennett New York No. 2 Gold Nib
Feed Style: Hard rubber feed with triple-groove capillary channels
Filling System: Eyedropper-Fill (Section-twist mechanism; no ink sac required)
Engraving: Personalized in Old English text reading: \"C W S .05\"
Inclusions: Original Eclipse factory presentation box
Condition Report (Sold Unrestored AS-IS)
The Pen Body: Shows beautiful, honest age patina and handling wear throughout. There is a prominent **rub mark/wear spot located directly below the Old English engraving** where a secondary historical marking was polished away or faded over time.
The Nib Section: The nib section unscrews smoothly from the barrel as designed. The gold nib appears physically straight and visually clean with minor ink residue. The triple-groove feed is intact.
Internal Mechanics: This is a true eyedropper pen; it does not use or require an internal rubber ink sac. The hollow barrel acts as the reservoir. Sold strictly unrestored and untested.
The Original Box: Shows significant age wear from century-long storage, including surface staining, tears, and **blown-out corners**.
Please look through all high-resolution photos closely to inspect the personalized engraving, the rub mark, and the condition of the fragile antique box. Sold exactly as shown.
Shipping
This item will be safely wrapped in bubble wrap and shipped inside a secure box. Tracking information is included.
