{"product_id":"vintage-hershey-cast-iron-scottie-dog-pen-holder","title":"Vintage Hershey Cast Iron Scottie Dog Pen Holder Green Phenolic Base Derby Connecticut Desk Accessory","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis little Scottie dog has clearly spent years keeping watch over someone’s desk. Made by Hershey in Derby, Connecticut, the textured cast metal terrier is secured to a square green marbled base with its original screws.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA cylindrical opening in the dog’s back was designed to hold a removable desk accessory, most likely a pen or pencil insert.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVintage Scottish Terrier desk accessory\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMarked Hershey, Derby, Conn. on the underside\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTextured black-painted cast metal dog\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSquare green marbled phenolic resin base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBase measures approximately 2.5 inches by 2.5 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDog is attached with two slotted metal screws\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeep cylindrical opening in the dog’s back\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal removable insert is not included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFair vintage condition with substantial visible wear. The dog has widespread paint loss, surface oxidation, greenish patina, scratches, and scuffs. The base has surface scratches, cloudy areas, discoloration, and small marks from age and use. No cracks or major breaks were observed in the base or dog. The two mounting screws remain in place. The original pen, pencil, lighter, or other removable insert is missing. Please review every photo closely, as the wear is part of this piece’s condition and character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCollector’s Note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComparable Hershey Scottie dog pieces are generally identified as desk pen or pencil holders from the early twentieth century. Some similar hollow-backed dog figures are also described as novelty lighter holders, so the exact original insert for this example is not confirmed. The green base resembles Bakelite or Catalin, but the material has not been chemically tested and is described here as phenolic resin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping + Trust (Reading Vintage standards)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e∙Photo-verified condition (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/pages\/shipping-policy\" title=\"shipping policy\"\u003eno surprises\u003c\/a\u003e)\u003cbr\u003e∙Packed with our protective packaging standard\u003cbr\u003e∙Ships in 1 business day\u003cbr\u003e∙Free Shipping on $35+ (U.S. only)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDisclaimer\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll items are vintage and may show signs of age, wear, or use consistent with their history. Photos show the exact condition of each piece—please review them carefully, as they are part of the description. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/pages\/about-reading-vintage\" title=\"about reading vintage\"\u003eWhile I do my best\u003c\/a\u003e to capture colors accurately, your monitor or device screen may display colors slightly differently from the actual item.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThese pieces come from estate collections and have been surface cleaned. You may wish to perform additional cleaning depending on your preference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Orders $35+ Ship Free","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48903649722623,"sku":"J5 – T10 – 3065","price":29.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2503\/7976\/files\/Vintage_Hershey_cast_metal_Scottie_dog_desk_holder.jpg?v=1785267654","url":"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/products\/vintage-hershey-cast-iron-scottie-dog-pen-holder","provider":"Reading Vintage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}