=SOLD= 0053:: 1890s Paperclip large as a clipboard clip Art Nouveau pressed brass

=SOLD+ 0053::1890s Art Nouveau Brass Paperclip large as a clipboard clip

These once common objects are called letter clips, paperclips, bill clips, or paperholders. It’s a fine desk accessory that may or may not have been part of a desk set (ink well, blotter, pen stand, etc.). Some bore advertising, and so, traveling salesmen handed those out the way we hand out ink pens advertising our products today. They’re collectible. I have about 200 of them and I’ll offer them on eBay gradually. No hurry.

About 4⅜” by 2⅞”

Sold on eBay $28 AUG 3rd 21

England 1890s c.W: 4⅜"D: 2⅞"Reference number: 2020.0053 sold