{"product_id":"1907-watermans-ideal-fountain-pen-clip-cap-advertising-ad-ephemera-postcards","title":"1907 Waterman's Ideal Fountain Pen Clip-Cap Advertising Ad Ephemera Postcards","description":"This captivating piece of ephemera is a vintage advertisement for Waterman's Ideal Fountain Pen, prominently featuring their innovative Clip-Cap design. Dating from the early 1900s, likely around 1905-1915, the ad encourages travelers to \"Write Postals Home\" with their reliable ink pens. The imagery showcases a scenic postcard, emphasizing the convenience and quality of writing while on the go. Two distinct Waterman's fountain pen models are illustrated, highlighting the sleek design and practical clip-cap feature that prevented loss.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe advertisement provides fascinating historical context, detailing the company's commitment to clean, effortless writing and even offering \"A Hint to Train Travelers\" regarding special travelers' cases for ink. It lists L.E. Waterman Co. branch offices in major cities like New York, Chicago, Boston, San Francisco, and Montreal, underscoring the brand's widespread presence. This original print is a wonderful collectible for enthusiasts of early 20th-century advertising, fountain pen history, or vintage travel ephemera. The paper shows typical age-related toning consistent with its vintage, presenting a well-preserved glimpse into a bygone era of communication and commerce.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlease see pictures\/scans for details on condition. Discoloration, worn\/torn around edges, with normal wear consistent for 119 year old paper.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMeasures approx. 8 by 5.25 inches","brand":"Farmhouse Ephemera","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58921527345312,"sku":"B-48 #45","price":23.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1061\/3814\/0832\/files\/13407ec6-61e7-463c-ba36-5bdcbf39645e.jpg?v=1789577392","url":"https:\/\/farmhouseephemera.com\/products\/1907-watermans-ideal-fountain-pen-clip-cap-advertising-ad-ephemera-postcards","provider":"Farmhouse Ephemera","version":"1.0","type":"link"}