Antique Victorian Solid Silver Novelty Pen Wipe

This is a solid sterling silver novelty pen wipe, modelled as a shoe shine / wipe. It is clearly hallmarked for Birmingham 1900, with the maker's mark of James Deakin & Sons (John & William F Deakin). The silver is in good condition, with just one crease on a corner. The bristles are a bit thin in the middle but overall it is in good condition and is a working item. As it is weighted, the pen wipe would also make a useful paperweight.