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Post by Alex J December 26th 2022, 12:50 am

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Not long got hold of this lovely bronze ink well

Has 5 holes I'm guessing centre to fill and the others to hold quills or pens ?

I would have thought a bit early for pens which were not in general use ?
seems strange to have 4 holders

Any ideals appreciated  
Thanks
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Post by 22 Crawford St. December 26th 2022, 1:57 am

Could they have been cut later? And would it have had a glass liner?
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Post by Alex J December 26th 2022, 9:21 am

22 Crawford St. wrote:Could they have been cut later? And would it have had a glass liner?

Looking at age and wear it seem very old
I have found one on line which is made from lead .

Also maybe a quill holder ?
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