Vintage Italian Brass Wax Seal Stamps SWAK Hearts Turtle Walkdens Wax 1960s

Vintage collection of 3 brass wax seal stamps and 9 pieces of colored sealing wax. Wax seal stamps include: • SWAK (“Sealed With A Kiss”) • Two hearts pierced by an arrow • Detailed turtle/tortoise design Two of the ornate brass seals are stamped ITALY. All three show attractive age-related patina and wear. Vintage wax – 9 pieces: • 5 pieces marked Walkden’s Perfumed Fancy Candle Wax – Made in England • 3 pieces stamped PAT. NO. 3414421 • 1 piece stamped PATENT PENDING U.S. Patent No. 3414421 was for sealing wax and was granted December 3, 1968. The patent application was filed in 1967 and was a continuation-in-part of an earlier 1965 application. The Patent Pending piece provides a late-1960s-era connection, while the three pieces bearing the patent number are from 1968 or later. The wax comes in several colors and is in varying vintage condition. Pieces show age and previous use, including shortening, cracking, breaks and/or melted areas. Please see photos for exact condition and amount remaining. The brass seals have not been polished and retain their existing vintage patina. A wonderful collection for a vintage stationery collector, letter-writing enthusiast, wax seal collector, display, or period desk accessory. Condition: Vintage/pre-owned. Brass has patina, oxidation/discoloration and normal wear from age and use. Wax is old and is being sold as vintage collectible material; current usability is not guaranteed. Please review all photos carefully for condition.