About & Condition: 
 
This unmarked, chased ebonite eye dropper fountain  pen is in excellent overall condition with crisp chasing and a consistent, even black coloring. The pen has no cracks and it has "Epworth Herald" "Chicago" imprinted on the barrel.  The Epwoth Herald was published from 1890 - 1940 in Chicago, IL. The "Best" branded cap clip is most likely an aftermarket item.  The section smoothly unscrews from the barrel for filing, the section does have a couple of scratches on it.   This beautiful c. 1910's - early 20's fountain pen has a light flex 14k Warranted nib.