The Victorian Era saw the beginning of mass production, marketing and advertising of goods for the masses. This genuine antique is an affordable, tangible link to these times. Produced by the Macniven and Cameron Company of Blair Street, Edinburgh this packaging was for selling nibs designed for a Pickwick fountain pen. Probably dating from the 1880's this item is in remarkably good condition. The empty, burgundy coloured box is made of sturdy cardboard which is still intact. There is some rubbing along edges but this is to be expected on an item that is almost 140 years old. On the front, a pasted paper label with red printed text, also doubles as an advertisement. Considering the size of the label great effort has been made to include all the advertising points for the product and company. The company's advertising slogan "They come as a boon & a blessing. The Pickwick, the Owl & the Waverley Pen" is seen along with the royal warrant of Queen Victoria and proudly displayed "Pen makers to Her Majesty's Government Offices." In each corner are the names of pens the company make: Waverley, Pickwick, Owl and Phaeton. Along each side is a short quote from various newspapers, in the centre the statistic that 1745 newspapers recommend them and finally the price sixpence for a box. A great item for a collector of vintage fountain pens and stationary, for someone interested in vintage packaging or advertising, or as a piece in a museum or Victorian themed display. **The box is empty**

Date: c.1880's
Maker: MacNiven & Cameron
Made in Scotland

Dimensions (Box): 5cm x 6cm x 1cm