A.T. Cross: Declares Dividend

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For Immediate Release

         A.T. CROSS BOARD OF DIRECTORS APPROVES REGULAR DIVIDEND


Lincoln, R.I., October 20, 1998 - The Board of Directors of the A.T. Cross
Company (ASE-ATX.A), manufacturer of fine writing instruments and pen computing
products, on October 20, 1998 declared the regular cash dividend of 8 cents per
share on the company's common stock, Russell A. Boss, president and chief
executive officer, announced.

The dividend is payable on November 17, 1998 to shareholders of record on
November 3, 1998.



For information at A.T. Cross contact:

John T. Ruggieri
Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
(401) 333-1200
jruggieri@cross.com



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