Yard-O-Led Viceroy Barley sterling silver fountain pen
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
2006
This Yard-O-Led Viceroy Barley fountain pen is a distinguished example of British writing instrument craftsmanship. The pen features a sterling silver case elegantly finished with a characteristic barleycorn guilloche texture, reflecting traditional engine-turning techniques.
The pen is equipped with an 18-karat white gold nib, which is stamped with the maker's name, the gold fineness mark of 18ct-750, and a medium nib size designation. The barrel and cap components are crafted from hallmarked 925 sterling silver, with official assay marks indicating a Birmingham origin and a date of 2006. The integrated silver clip is embossed with the Yard-O-Led brand name, and the body includes a unique serial number, 1320.
Measuring 5.5 inches in length, this fountain pen combines luxury materials with functional design, showcasing the classic aesthetic synonymous with the Yard-O-Led brand.
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Physical characteristics
- Length
- 5.5 inches
- Material
- Sterling silver, 18K white gold
Technical characteristics
- Nib
- 18K white gold, medium
- Hallmarks
- Birmingham, 2006
- Serial number
- 1320
Design
- Pattern
- Barleycorn guilloche
- Inscriptions
- Yard-O-Lay, 18ct-750, M, 925 Sterling, Yard-O-Led
Identification
- Source note
- Described from a single auction-house listing published on Invaluable (reproduced with Invaluable's permission). Details apply to that one example; other examples of the type may differ, and the listing is supplementary evidence, not authentication.
- Maker named in listing
- Yard-O-Led
Catalogue references
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