Collection of Vintage Pocket Knives and Letter Openers — Various Materials
This lot includes a diverse collection of vintage pocket knives and letter openers from the mid-20th century. The top row features a bone or antler single blade penknife, a red/orange lacquer pendant penknife with gilt Oriental motifs, and a mother of pearl penknife with engraved initials. The middle row showcases a dark horn or celluloid folding knife, a sommelier corkscrew knife with a wooden handle, and a turquoise chinoiserie keychain knife with enamel detailing. The bottom row consists of a blue advertising flat pocket knife stamped 'Made in England.' Additionally, the lot contains a brass cutlass letter opener with etched details and a tapered silver-plated letter opener with an engine-turned pattern. Condition is generally good with age-consistent wear, including surface paint wear on the advertising knife. The collection is ideal for enthusiasts of vintage cutlery and everyday carry items.
Keywords: vintage pocket knives, penknife, mother of pearl, lacquer pendants, letter openers, Sheffield, brass cutlass, bone handles, folding knife, corkscrew knife, vintage collectibles, mid-century, enamel knife, Sheffield manufacture, advertising knife
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Weekly Auction — 23 August 2026
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