1903 Ad Waterman Ideal Fountain Pen L & C Hardtmuth - ORIGINAL ADVERTISING TSM2

This is an original 1903 black and white print ad for Waterman's Ideal Fountain Pen. CONDITIONThis 108+ year old Item is rated Very Fine +. Light aging throughout. No creases. No natural defects. No tears. No water damage. This ad has some areas of visible bleed through. The image of the woman is faded. Please note there is printing on reverse. Product Type: Original Print Ad; Black / White Grade: Very Fine + Dimensions: Approximately 2.5 x 4 inches; 6 x 10 cm Authentication: Serial-Numbered Certificate of Authenticity w/ Full Provenance Protection: Packaged in a custom archival sleeve with an acid-free black board (great for display, gift-giving, and preservation) Waterman's Fountain Pen. Inventor Lewis Waterman, of New York, began his career as an insurance broker. The legend goes that while Waterman was meeting with an important client, the pen he was using leaked all over a critical document that was to be signed by the client. Upon Waterman's return, after attempting to r