Telemac propelling pencil

Classification

Description

This marble-effect, Telemac propelling pencil, circa 1930s, is made from an extruded tube which has been drilled and fitted with metal clips and point. The body of the pencil is probably made of vulcanite. This item forms part of the Plastics Historical Society (PHS) collection.

Designers & Manufacturers

Designer (Person)

Unknown

Manufacturer

Unknown

Manufactured for

Telemac

Inscriptions

impressed: "Telemac"

Object number

PHSL : 75

Rights

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Date

1930 - 1939 (circa)

Method

extruded

machined

Material

plastic

vulcanite

hard rubber

metal

Dimensions

Length

140mm

Diameter

8mm

Colour

black

red