A.W. Faber "Castell" 9117 Vintage Copying Pencil, c. 1953-1955

A refined example of midcentury American manufacturing. The A.W. Faber "Castell" 9117 copying pencil showcases the maker's signature green barrel and gilt lettering, hallmarks of the golden age of precision writing instruments. Manufactured in New Jersey during the early 1950s, this piece retains its original finish and structural integrity—a testament to the durability of vintage Faber craftsmanship. The 9117 was engineered for the exacting demands of architects, draftsmen, and professionals who relied on consistent, controllable mark-making. A collectible example of postwar American manufacturing at its finest.

Condition

• Grade: Near Mint
• Sharpened: No — unsharpened
• Lacquer: Original finish intact
• Barrel: Very light age-related wear consistent with nearly 75 years of storage; all markings crisp
• Eraser: Not applicable — ink pencil
• Provenance: Estate Sale