Antique Quill Cutter
SKU: CHR-1153
Butler & Co, George
This product is no longer for sale
- 1 1/4" blade of carbon steel, with half stop, 3 3/8" closed length
- One-piece ivory handle with scrimshaw in Latin "Vincere Aut Mori" which translates to "Conquer or Die" and "Isabella
- Nickel silver and carbon steel cutter mechanism
- Blade end of the handle has a carbon steel and brass nibber
- Dates to the mid-1800's, excellent condition (there is staining on the steel parts, and a fine crack in the handle spine near the nibber)