Ordinary But Exceptional 06 Objects that only have one job better do that one job well. Letter openers have always been one of my all time favorite single function household items. This ornate, hand cast resin and metal Paper Knife from Russia (or maybe Ukraine?) is a bit fashion over function as it isn’t particularly sharp but will slice envelopes and tape from packages with reasonable ease. Among the roses and glitter in the top of the handle is a ‘57’ and three Russian letters -maybe the age and initials of a rugged oligarch in Sibera? I'll never know, but it’s color and shine ask to be witnessed as a weapon to all well sealed mail.