Name/Title
Pen KnifeEntry/Object ID
212Description
Pen knife or penknife is a British term for what Americans call a Pocketknife. The blade is folded into the handle and can be pulled out when needed. The knife may have one blade or multiple blades, as with this one. Types of these knives were common in the 18th and 19th centuries. Modern versions, typified by the Swiss Army knife, have multiple blades and tools.Made/Created
Date made
circa 1750 - circa 1850Time Period
18th Century, 19th CenturyDimensions
Dimension Description
With long blade extendedHeight
1/2 inWidth
1 inLength
7-3/8 inDimension Description
With small blade extendedHeight
1 inWidth
1/2 inLength
6-1/8 inDimension Description
With both blades foldedHeight
1 inWidth
1/2 inLength
4-1/2 inCreate Date
June 14, 2023Update Date
June 15, 2023