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Antique oversized German patriotic souvenir pencil with a cast metal bust topper, believed to depict Kaiser Wilhelm II.
The painted wood shaft is black, red, and yellow and is marked:
“Mit Gott fürs deutsche Vaterland”
It is also marked “Ges. Gesch.”, an abbreviation for “Gesetzlich Geschützt,” indicating a protected / registered design.
Details:- Approx. 7.5–8 inches long- Weight: 1.4 oz- Painted black / red / yellow wood shaft- Cast metal / metal alloy bust topper- Believed to depict Kaiser Wilhelm II- Graphite pencil tip remains intact- Early 20th-century / Imperial German patriotic style
Shows visible age wear including scratches, paint loss, patina, and surface wear consistent with an antique item.
No maker mark found. Exact date and metal composition are unknown.
Please review all photos for exact condition, markings, and details.
