{"product_id":"victorian-brass-letter-clip-1843","title":"Victorian Brass Letter Clip c1843","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVictorian Brass Letter Clip by Merry, Phipson \u0026amp; Parker, Birmingham - 1843 Patent No. 24\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEarly Victorian pressed brass desk clip with Royal Arms crest - lion, unicorn, and \"Dieu Et Mon Droit\" motto. Stamped TRADE MARK \/ MERRY PHIPSON \u0026amp; PARKER \/ BIRMINGHAM.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe improved spring clip with original leather tab, patented October 3rd, 1843. Made at Cherry Street, Birmingham during the brief 1843-1846 partnership. The jaws still snap tight - perfect for letters, receipts, or display.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA great piece of 19th c. English brassfounding history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition: Good antique condition with beautiful dark patina and legible marks. Spring working. Wear consistent with age.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeasures: Approx 6\" L\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blackbird Vintage Finds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68339887997179,"sku":"VINT5022","price":295.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0362\/9645\/8379\/files\/FullSizeRender_110ba051-fb86-4fb2-a9c8-29094ecbde50.heic?v=1792272137","url":"https:\/\/www.blackbirdvintage.com\/products\/victorian-brass-letter-clip-1843","provider":"Blackbird Vintage Finds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}