Back of steel pen rest with signs of wear.
AKM622.10, Pen rest

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Gold damascened pen rest with floral design.
AKM622.10, Pen rest

© The Aga Khan Museum

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Pen rest
  • Accession Number:AKM622.10
  • Place:Turkey
  • Dimensions:13.5 cm × 0.3 cm × 1.5 cm
  • Date:18th to 19th century
  • Materials and Technique:Steel, gold damascened

See AKM622 for the other Scribal Implements in this group.

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