The pieces reside in a fitted rectangular case; a letter opener with highly carved fruit and vine handle (10.25 in.) small blade chip; a seal with conforming handle (3.5 in.); a pen with floral carved handle the end of which is chipped; two receptacles for nibs, the lids of which have ivory knobs.

Box 1.5 x 11.5 x 3.5 in.

Private Collection, Morrisville, North Carolina

Pen shaft and seal may be sterling.

$300 - 500