Quill cutter

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A quill cutter was used to cut feather quills to the required shape for writing. This example is made of ivory.

A brass plate is screwed to the top surface of the cutter.

Writing letters became an increasingly important means of long distance contact as postal services improved. Basic writing materials were pen, ink and paper, but quill cutters, sand dredges, and writing sets were all part of the letter-writer's equipment.

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• Online ID: 000-100-002-532-C
• Image Rights Holder: National Museums Scotland
• Project: National Museums Scotland
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• Ref: National Museums Scotland  H.MP 513
• Date: 18th/19th century
  
• Material: Ivory
  Cutter, quill
  
• Dimensions: 103 mm L
  
• What: Cutter, quill
  
• Subject: Tools, implements and miscellaneous (NMAS Classification)
  
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• Description: Ivory quill cutter
  
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