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March 31: Parker 51 pen and pencil set with a custom sterling silver cap, c1950s

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March 30: Classic Pens LS 10 Inochi (Life) on the Parker Duofold, 2004

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March 29: Sheaffer Autograph II lever-fill fountain pen c1946

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March 28: Sheaffer Snorkel Autograph and Signature fountain pens c1952-1959

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March 27: Lambrou Pens LB6 Virtues Passion in Flame Red 2016

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March 26: Lambrou Pens LB6 Virtues Harmony in Forest Green 2017

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March 25: Sheaffer Autograph Vacuum-fil fountain pen c1946

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March 24: Parker 75 Perlé (22 karat gold plated) c1983-1994

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March 23: Sheaffer Statesman Carmine with cap top White Dot c1944-1945

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March 22: Yotsubishi Japanese eyedropper fountain pen decorated with abalone strips, c1955

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March 21: Yotsubishi eyedropper fountain pen with shut-off plunger, decorated with cherry blossoms, c1957

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March 20: Tsuishu kamakura bori pine and crane eyedropper fountain pen, c1925

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March 19: Wearever Zenith navy blue c1944-1950 with a sterling silver cap band

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March 18: Lambrou Pens LB6 Virtues Celestial in Space Blue, 2016

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March 17: Classic Pens AL4 Minori (Harvest) on the Classic Legend fountain pen 2006

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March 16: Classic Pens LB5 Midorigi (new green trees) in Forest Green 2013

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March 15: Sheaffer 3 Friends Of Winter Pens 2011

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March 14: Sheaffer TM Thin Model Autograph with Music Nib c1950-1951

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March 13: Waterman Crusader Taperite c1947-1948 in blue and grey

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March 12: John Holland Jewel Inlaid Pearl and Black Stripe c1938

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March 11: A custom carved wood pen by Shoukei c1957

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March 10: Yotsubishi Shakuhachi design fountain pen c1955

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March 9: Two Sheaffer Balance Blue fountain pens c1931-1932

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March 8: Classic Pens CP5 Modern 1999

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March 7: Classic Pens CR2 Bamboo prototype 2010

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March 6: Parker 51 Aerometric Mark II in dark blue c1969

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March 5: Parker Vacumatic Golden Web 1936-1937

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March 4: Lambrou Pens LB6 Virtues Integrity in Amethyst Mauve 2017

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March 3: Aurora 85th Anniversary Limited Edition 2005

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March 2: Sheaffer Intrigue Bright Chrome, 2002-2004

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March 1: Platinum Urushi Maki-e #3776 Century Sansui (Landscape) Fountain Pen, current production

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This is another of the three current production Platinum #3776 Century Urushi Maki-e pens, the Sansui (Landscape). Each pen has a deep black finish against bright gold plate trim and is fitted with a 14 karat gold nib, retailing for $450. This pen has a fairly elaborate landscape design, a scene of sailboats on a lake or river with mountains and trees in the background and birds flying in the air. The scene wraps about two thirds around the black cap and barrel of the pen and on the opposite side of the clip is a large deep glowing sun, possibly at sunset. The base pen, the Platinum #3776 Century, is named for the height in meters of Mount Fuji.

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This is another of the three current production Platinum #3776 Century Urushi Maki-e pens, the Sansui (Landscape). Each pen has a deep black finish against bright gold plate trim and is fitted with a 14 karat gold nib, retailing for $450. This pen has a fairly elaborate landscape design, a scene of sailboats on a lake or river with mountains and trees in the background and birds flying in the air. The scene wraps about two thirds around the black cap and barrel of the pen and on the opposite side of the clip is a large deep glowing sun, possibly at sunset. The base pen, the Platinum #3776 Century, is named for the height in meters of Mount Fuji.

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The Sheaffer Intrigue is a quirky, weird, ... intriguing pen. It has a crazy cartridge / converter "drawer" that you unscrew from the back of the barrel and slide out, revealing a truncated converter with teeth that mesh with teeth in the barrel end cap. Pulling out and twisting this barrel end cap works the converter, but it's not a completely precise linkage and feels cheap. Also, you have no idea how empty or full the converter is without opening the pen and sliding out the drawer. Posting the pen, with its angle cut cap risks scratching the barrel end. And presented in a flimsy plastic toy box. If nothing else, the Intrigue pens are attractive, in patterned painted and interesting plated metal finishes and with 14 karat gold Inlaid nibs. The non-intuitive filling system evidently put off buyers and the pen line was discontinued after the 2004 model year. Lots of them were sold on closeout. The Sheaffer Intrigue Bright Chrome is a very shiny heavy chrome plate and PVD plate two tone pen with a polished stainless steel clip and palladium plated nib.

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The Sheaffer Intrigue is a quirky, weird, ... intriguing pen. It has a crazy cartridge / converter "drawer" that you unscrew from the back of the barrel and slide out, revealing a truncated converter with teeth that mesh with teeth in the barrel end cap. Pulling out and twisting this barrel end cap works the converter, but it's not a completely precise linkage and feels cheap. Also, you have no idea how empty or full the converter is without opening the pen and sliding out the drawer. Posting the pen, with its angle cut cap risks scratching the barrel end. And presented in a flimsy plastic toy box. If nothing else, the Intrigue pens are attractive, in patterned painted and interesting plated metal finishes and with 14 karat gold Inlaid nibs. The non-intuitive filling system evidently put off buyers and the pen line was discontinued after the 2004 model year. Lots of them were sold on closeout. The Sheaffer Intrigue Bright Chrome is a very shiny heavy chrome plate and PVD plate two tone pen with a polished stainless steel clip and palladium plated nib.

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Aurora is Italy’s largest pen maker and released 1919 copies of this pen to celebrate the 85th anniversary of its founding in Turin, Italy in 1919. There were two anniversary pens, this red marbled Auroloide pen and one in white mother of pearl Auroloide. The pen is similar in size and shape as the Optima, including the squared off barrel, large ink view window, and clip. The principal difference is the domed cap top and all metal section. It was offered at $1,175.00, with a matching rollerball pen, 999 pieces, for $875.00. You can read more about this pen here: http://www.penhero.com/PenGallery/Aurora/Aurora85th.htm

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Aurora is Italy’s largest pen maker and released 1919 copies of this pen to celebrate the 85th anniversary of its founding in Turin, Italy in 1919. There were two anniversary pens, this red marbled Auroloide pen and one in white mother of pearl Auroloide. The pen is similar in size and shape as the Optima, including the squared off barrel, large ink view window, and clip. The principal difference is the domed cap top and all metal section. It was offered at $1,175.00, with a matching rollerball pen, 999 pieces, for $875.00. You can read more about this pen here: http://www.penhero.com/PenGallery/Aurora/Aurora85th.htm

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The newest Lambrou Pens LB6 Virtues: Integrity in Amethyst Mauve announced in 2017. The LB6 Virtues Collection comprises eight art pens, based on the oversize Mythos model, and uses exclusive, stable, diffusion bonded acrylic finishes. Each pen is crafted by Paul Rossi and then fitted with the Bock oversize G-380, 18-karat gold nib medium nib unit. There are only 10 pieces available in each finish. The clip is unique to each pen and both the clip and cap band are crafted by Paul Rossi in sterling silver. Each pen is made to order and can take 3 to 6 months. Retail prices for LB6 Virtues Pens are: Round with Sterling Silver: $2,800, Faceted with Sterling Silver $3,000, Round with Vermeil $3,000, and Faceted with Vermeil $3,200.

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The newest Lambrou Pens LB6 Virtues: Integrity in Amethyst Mauve announced in 2017. The LB6 Virtues Collection comprises eight art pens, based on the oversize Mythos model, and uses exclusive, stable, diffusion bonded acrylic finishes. Each pen is crafted by Paul Rossi and then fitted with the Bock oversize G-380, 18-karat gold nib medium nib unit. There are only 10 pieces available in each finish. The clip is unique to each pen and both the clip and cap band are crafted by Paul Rossi in sterling silver. Each pen is made to order and can take 3 to 6 months. Retail prices for LB6 Virtues Pens are: Round with Sterling Silver: $2,800, Faceted with Sterling Silver $3,000, Round with Vermeil $3,000, and Faceted with Vermeil $3,200.

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One of our favorite pens is the Parker Vacumatic Golden Web, made of wrapped golden brown brickwork celluloid sheets where the "black grout" is actually transparent amber, giving an ink view into the barrel. These Junior, Long Junior, and Juniorette size pens were made in 1936-1937 and named Golden Pearl, Brown Pearl and Golden Web by Parker. They sold for $5.00 and the matching pencil sold for $2.50. Because of the unusual pattern and the brief offering period, Golden Web pens are sought after by collectors.

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One of our favorite pens is the Parker Vacumatic Golden Web, made of wrapped golden brown brickwork celluloid sheets where the "black grout" is actually transparent amber, giving an ink view into the barrel. These Junior, Long Junior, and Juniorette size pens were made in 1936-1937 and named Golden Pearl, Brown Pearl and Golden Web by Parker. They sold for $5.00 and the matching pencil sold for $2.50. Because of the unusual pattern and the brief offering period, Golden Web pens are sought after by collectors.

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This is a Parker 51 Aerometric Mark II in dark blue c1969. We've had two of these late production Parker 51s, one Aerometric Mark II and one Mark III. These pens have a thinner profile than the earlier Parker 51 pens and have a blunt barrel end. The cap is very similar to the earlier Parker 61 pen. The primary visual difference is the Mark II has cap top jewel like the Parker 61 and the Mark III cap has a metal cap top jewel. The Mark II was introduced in 1969 and came in black, Rage Red, dark blue, turquoise blue, and grey.

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This is a Parker 51 Aerometric Mark II in dark blue c1969. We've had two of these late production Parker 51s, one Aerometric Mark II and one Mark III. These pens have a thinner profile than the earlier Parker 51 pens and have a blunt barrel end. The cap is very similar to the earlier Parker 61 pen. The primary visual difference is the Mark II has cap top jewel like the Parker 61 and the Mark III cap has a metal cap top jewel. The Mark II was introduced in 1969 and came in black, Rage Red, dark blue, turquoise blue, and grey.

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The Classic Pens CR2 Bamboo prototype 2010. Andy Lambrou contacted us in 2010 to shoot a very different style pen that he was working on with Paul Rossi. The hand crafted design is intended look as if fashioned from young, deep green bamboo stalks. This is the prototype pen. Paul Rossi used a special technique for a satin finish that softens the look of the resin. He hand cast the sterling silver clip, integrating the Classic Pens signature clip design with two bamboo segments for a unique organic look. The pen is about six inches long. The pen is fitted with the large Classic Pens No. 7 nib, made by Peter Bock, the same nib as on the ZJ1. Each pen was $3,600 and only 10 pieces were made.

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The Classic Pens CR2 Bamboo prototype 2010. Andy Lambrou contacted us in 2010 to shoot a very different style pen that he was working on with Paul Rossi. The hand crafted design is intended look as if fashioned from young, deep green bamboo stalks. This is the prototype pen. Paul Rossi used a special technique for a satin finish that softens the look of the resin. He hand cast the sterling silver clip, integrating the Classic Pens signature clip design with two bamboo segments for a unique organic look. The pen is about six inches long. The pen is fitted with the large Classic Pens No. 7 nib, made by Peter Bock, the same nib as on the ZJ1. Each pen was $3,600 and only 10 pieces were made.

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The solid sterling silver Classic Pens CP5 Celebration Vintage and Modern Pens were released in 1999 as a two pen set based on the Parker Duofold Centennial. The Vintage carried the straight lines of the original flat-top Parker Duofold, the now famous "Big Red" pen introduced in 1921. The Modern, shown here, has the more tapered look of the later streamlined Duofold, introduced in 1929. The original Duofold ceased production by 1933. The Fishnet engraved composition is created using modern computer technology for the linear engraving, by the Murelli company of France. Only 500 sets were made. These pens have increased in value above their original edition price.

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The solid sterling silver Classic Pens CP5 Celebration Vintage and Modern Pens were released in 1999 as a two pen set based on the Parker Duofold Centennial. The Vintage carried the straight lines of the original flat-top Parker Duofold, the now famous "Big Red" pen introduced in 1921. The Modern, shown here, has the more tapered look of the later streamlined Duofold, introduced in 1929. The original Duofold ceased production by 1933. The Fishnet engraved composition is created using modern computer technology for the linear engraving, by the Murelli company of France. Only 500 sets were made. These pens have increased in value above their original edition price.

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Sheaffer only took one shot at blue in the Balance line, with this marbled blue released in 1931-1932. The color name is simply, "Blue," though many collectors call this material "blue and black." Examined in bright light the colors are actually a marble of different shades of blue, though on discolored pens the darker blue will appear black. This blue marble was offered on the lower rank non-White Dot Balance pens, including these two "thin" standard size pens here down to the "petite" size. There is a matching pencil for both size fountain pens, as well as ringtop pens and pencils, and a very chunky, short ringtop golf or handbag pencil. Non-discolored pens are sought after by collectors.

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Sheaffer only took one shot at blue in the Balance line, with this marbled blue released in 1931-1932. The color name is simply, "Blue," though many collectors call this material "blue and black." Examined in bright light the colors are actually a marble of different shades of blue, though on discolored pens the darker blue will appear black. This blue marble was offered on the lower rank non-White Dot Balance pens, including these two "thin" standard size pens here down to the "petite" size. There is a matching pencil for both size fountain pens, as well as ringtop pens and pencils, and a very chunky, short ringtop golf or handbag pencil. Non-discolored pens are sought after by collectors.

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This is a Yotsubishi fountain pen carved as a Shakuhachi (Japanese flute) design in black, c1955. On other Yotsubishi pens, the four diamond logo can be seen on the clip top, but is missing in this case. This photo was taken, but not used for the article "Collecting Japanese Pens" by Stan Klemanowicz in the Winter, 2006 Pennant.

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This is a Yotsubishi fountain pen carved as a Shakuhachi (Japanese flute) design in black, c1955. On other Yotsubishi pens, the four diamond logo can be seen on the clip top, but is missing in this case. This photo was taken, but not used for the article "Collecting Japanese Pens" by Stan Klemanowicz in the Winter, 2006 Pennant.

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A custom carved wood Japanese eyedropper fountain pen by artist Shoukei, depicting masks of a Japanese demon (hannya) on the cap and barrel, c1957. The box is pawlonia wood and hand decorated. The pen was coated in clear urushi before being carved. Note the 14 karat gold nib. An unused photo from the article, “Collecting Japanese Pens,” by Stan Klemanowicz, in the Winter 2006 Pennant.

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A custom carved wood Japanese eyedropper fountain pen by artist Shoukei, depicting masks of a Japanese demon (hannya) on the cap and barrel, c1957. The box is pawlonia wood and hand decorated. The pen was coated in clear urushi before being carved. Note the 14 karat gold nib. An unused photo from the article, “Collecting Japanese Pens,” by Stan Klemanowicz, in the Winter 2006 Pennant.

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The John Holland company claimed to be America's first gold nib company, established in 1841 and the first company to make a portable fountain pen in 1869. John Holland also experimented with many filling systems, including the unusual hatchet filler. The Cincinnati, Ohio company was primarily known for its high quality Jewel brand nibs. This particular pen is a late 1930s pen with alternating inlaid pearl and black on the cap and barrel. The company was in bad financial straits in the 1930s, so examples can be found with no imprints or logos with the only distinguishing factor being the Jewel nib. These are uncommon pens from a smaller, regional maker and this model could reasonably be called rare.

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The John Holland company claimed to be America's first gold nib company, established in 1841 and the first company to make a portable fountain pen in 1869. John Holland also experimented with many filling systems, including the unusual hatchet filler. The Cincinnati, Ohio company was primarily known for its high quality Jewel brand nibs. This particular pen is a late 1930s pen with alternating inlaid pearl and black on the cap and barrel. The company was in bad financial straits in the 1930s, so examples can be found with no imprints or logos with the only distinguishing factor being the Jewel nib. These are uncommon pens from a smaller, regional maker and this model could reasonably be called rare.

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Waterman introduced the Taperite pen line in 1945 in response to the thunder created by the Parker 51. The Taperite pens featured a long tapered section ending in a small 14 karat gold nib, thus the name. Because these were Waterman pens, the nibs are high quality and have some flexibility, as opposed to the 51s firm point. Waterman introduced the Crusader Taperite in 1947 and made this version through 1948. What makes it interesting is the very lightweight, matte finish "Lumalloy" (aluminum) cap, which probably helped keep the price down as this pen was the low price Taperite and sold for $5.00. The "Lock Slip" cap slips on with a clutch, also similar to the 51. The only adornment is a simple etched dash design on the cap as a cap band. The clip and trim are chrome plated. The Crusader came in four colors, blue, grey, black and maroon.

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Waterman introduced the Taperite pen line in 1945 in response to the thunder created by the Parker 51. The Taperite pens featured a long tapered section ending in a small 14 karat gold nib, thus the name. Because these were Waterman pens, the nibs are high quality and have some flexibility, as opposed to the 51s firm point. Waterman introduced the Crusader Taperite in 1947 and made this version through 1948. What makes it interesting is the very lightweight, matte finish "Lumalloy" (aluminum) cap, which probably helped keep the price down as this pen was the low price Taperite and sold for $5.00. The "Lock Slip" cap slips on with a clutch, also similar to the 51. The only adornment is a simple etched dash design on the cap as a cap band. The clip and trim are chrome plated. The Crusader came in four colors, blue, grey, black and maroon.

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The Sheaffer TM or Thin Model was introduced in 1950, replacing the fatter Touchdown line and foreshadowed the size and look of the upcoming Snorkel line in 1952. These are reliable Touchdown filling pens with ink-view windows in the ribbed section. The Autograph model was a special version of the Valiant with a 14 karat gold hallmarked clip and a wide 14 karat gold hallmarked cap band intended for the owner's signature. Sheaffer included a card with the pen where the owner could sign their name, return the card and the pen, and the pen would return with the owner's signature copied onto the cap band. What makes this pen special is the music nib, a special two slit nib type designed to write on music notation paper with a very wide and wet writing stub-like tip. These nibs were hand cut at the factory at an additional cost, and are a rare find. Sheaffer offered sixteen different nib grades on the TM. The Autograph was pricey at $20.00 and the matching pencil was $15.00.

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The Sheaffer TM or Thin Model was introduced in 1950, replacing the fatter Touchdown line and foreshadowed the size and look of the upcoming Snorkel line in 1952. These are reliable Touchdown filling pens with ink-view windows in the ribbed section. The Autograph model was a special version of the Valiant with a 14 karat gold hallmarked clip and a wide 14 karat gold hallmarked cap band intended for the owner's signature. Sheaffer included a card with the pen where the owner could sign their name, return the card and the pen, and the pen would return with the owner's signature copied onto the cap band. What makes this pen special is the music nib, a special two slit nib type designed to write on music notation paper with a very wide and wet writing stub-like tip. These nibs were hand cut at the factory at an additional cost, and are a rare find. Sheaffer offered sixteen different nib grades on the TM. The Autograph was pricey at $20.00 and the matching pencil was $15.00.

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In researching the story of the Sheaffer Three Friends of Winter 2011 Special Edition pens, we discovered the meaning of the Chinese characters that appear on them. The Three Friends of Winter characters 歲寒三友 appear on each pen along with a block representing the characters for pine 松, bamboo 竹, and plum 梅, corresponding to the silk screen design on the cap and barrel. Pine, bamboo, and plum are able withstand harsh winters and became symbols of encouragement to see things through in difficult times. According to Wikipedia, the Three Friends of Winter, pine, bamboo, and plum, "symbolize steadfastness, perseverance, and resilience, and are highly regarded in Confucianism and as such represent the scholar-gentleman's ideal." The pens shown top to bottom are the pine 9298, bamboo 9297, and plum 9299 designs on fountain pen (final retail price $50), rollerball pen ($40) and ballpoint ($35). Even though the Sheaffer 100 is the low end pen in the Sheaffer line, we have a feeling that years from now there will be collectors seeking out this particular edition, especially the ones with Chinese characters.

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In researching the story of the Sheaffer Three Friends of Winter 2011 Special Edition pens, we discovered the meaning of the Chinese characters that appear on them. The Three Friends of Winter characters 歲寒三友 appear on each pen along with a block representing the characters for pine 松, bamboo 竹, and plum 梅, corresponding to the silk screen design on the cap and barrel. Pine, bamboo, and plum are able withstand harsh winters and became symbols of encouragement to see things through in difficult times. According to Wikipedia, the Three Friends of Winter, pine, bamboo, and plum, "symbolize steadfastness, perseverance, and resilience, and are highly regarded in Confucianism and as such represent the scholar-gentleman's ideal." The pens shown top to bottom are the pine 9298, bamboo 9297, and plum 9299 designs on fountain pen (final retail price $50), rollerball pen ($40) and ballpoint ($35). Even though the Sheaffer 100 is the low end pen in the Sheaffer line, we have a feeling that years from now there will be collectors seeking out this particular edition, especially the ones with Chinese characters.

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The Classic Pens LB5 Midorigi (new green trees) in Forest Green was introduced in 2013 as part of four finishes released that year. The Classic Pens LB5 was made in six 50 pen edition colors. Kaen (violent flames) in Flame Red and Tensui (raindrops) in Space Blue were released in 2012. Tairiku (continent) in Marble White, Midorigi (new green trees) in Forest Green, Kouseki (metal ore) in Diamond Brown, and and Tairiku (continent) in Amethyst Mauve were released in 2013. In addition, the Tensui (raindrops) in Space Blue pen was made with a choice of rhodium plated trim and standard rhodium plated nibs, and gold plated trim and the Sailor Nagahara Cross Point nib. The final retail price of this pen was $1,600. You can read more about this pen here: http://classicpensinc.com/LB/LB5.htm

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The Classic Pens LB5 Midorigi (new green trees) in Forest Green was introduced in 2013 as part of four finishes released that year. The Classic Pens LB5 was made in six 50 pen edition colors. Kaen (violent flames) in Flame Red and Tensui (raindrops) in Space Blue were released in 2012. Tairiku (continent) in Marble White, Midorigi (new green trees) in Forest Green, Kouseki (metal ore) in Diamond Brown, and and Tairiku (continent) in Amethyst Mauve were released in 2013. In addition, the Tensui (raindrops) in Space Blue pen was made with a choice of rhodium plated trim and standard rhodium plated nibs, and gold plated trim and the Sailor Nagahara Cross Point nib. The final retail price of this pen was $1,600. You can read more about this pen here: http://classicpensinc.com/LB/LB5.htm

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Classic Pens AL4 Minori (Harvest) on the Classic Legend fountain pen, released in 2006. We showed an artist's proof on the Pelikan 800 earlier and thought we would show one of the Legend pens with this artwork. The design is based on a watercolor painting by Jenny Lambrou illustrating a flower, a fruit and a wheat crop reminiscent of harvest time on the island of Cyprus. The decoration of the AL4 Minori combines three specialized techniques: Togidashi-Maki-E which involves sprinkled gold dust between layers of urushi lacquer. This forms the background upon which the rest of the design is built; the golden wheat and the grapevines are Taka Maki-E, a raised artwork that adds texture to the pen; and Raden, the pearl inlay artwork of the Morning Glory flowers. Only 15 pens were offered, made to order. You can read more about this design here: http://classicpensinc.com/AL/AL4.htm

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Classic Pens AL4 Minori (Harvest) on the Classic Legend fountain pen, released in 2006. We showed an artist's proof on the Pelikan 800 earlier and thought we would show one of the Legend pens with this artwork. The design is based on a watercolor painting by Jenny Lambrou illustrating a flower, a fruit and a wheat crop reminiscent of harvest time on the island of Cyprus. The decoration of the AL4 Minori combines three specialized techniques: Togidashi-Maki-E which involves sprinkled gold dust between layers of urushi lacquer. This forms the background upon which the rest of the design is built; the golden wheat and the grapevines are Taka Maki-E, a raised artwork that adds texture to the pen; and Raden, the pearl inlay artwork of the Morning Glory flowers. Only 15 pens were offered, made to order. You can read more about this design here: http://classicpensinc.com/AL/AL4.htm

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Lambrou Pens LB6 Virtues Celestial in Space Blue, 2016, open showing the rhodium plated nib. There are eight art pens in the LB6 Virtues Collection, 10 pieces per color, and each crafted by Paul Rossi. The sterling silver clip, crafted by Paul Rossi, evokes that color's Virtue, such as the moon and stars on the Celestial clip. The Virtues are based on the Mythos oversize pen, and use the exclusive, stable diffusion bonded acrylic finishes. They are fitted with the Bock oversize G-380, 18-karat gold nib unit in Medium. Each pen can be made Round or Faceted and a choice of sterling silver or yellow gold vermeil appointments. The Virtues pens are obtained by pre-order and delivery varies from 3-5 months.

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Lambrou Pens LB6 Virtues Celestial in Space Blue, 2016, open showing the rhodium plated nib. There are eight art pens in the LB6 Virtues Collection, 10 pieces per color, and each crafted by Paul Rossi. The sterling silver clip, crafted by Paul Rossi, evokes that color's Virtue, such as the moon and stars on the Celestial clip. The Virtues are based on the Mythos oversize pen, and use the exclusive, stable diffusion bonded acrylic finishes. They are fitted with the Bock oversize G-380, 18-karat gold nib unit in Medium. Each pen can be made Round or Faceted and a choice of sterling silver or yellow gold vermeil appointments. The Virtues pens are obtained by pre-order and delivery varies from 3-5 months.

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Wearever Zenith navy blue c1944-1950 with a sterling silver cap band. We just revisited this very interesting pen today. It's a Wearever Zenith c1944-1950, which would make it somewhat ho-hum with many collectors, as it was a $1.95 post World War II pen that is a typical "bag 'o pens" find out in the wild. What makes this pen interesting is the sterling silver cap band. We have never seen one before or since. The Wearever Zenith was the second to the top of the line post World War II pen from David Kahn, behind the Wearever Pacemaker. The Zenith sold for $1.95 and offered a 14 karat gold nib with Wearever's clear plastic "C-Flow" feed. The Zenith had a stepped "ruby" colored plastic cap top and cheap gold plated trim. The Zenith was offered in solid colors including maroon, coachman's green, navy blue and black. Packaged with a pencil, the set was $2.75. Wearever Zenith pens, when they are restored and have good nibs, actually can be fun writers. A good starter pen for a restorer or a new user.

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Wearever Zenith navy blue c1944-1950 with a sterling silver cap band. We just revisited this very interesting pen today. It's a Wearever Zenith c1944-1950, which would make it somewhat ho-hum with many collectors, as it was a $1.95 post World War II pen that is a typical "bag 'o pens" find out in the wild. What makes this pen interesting is the sterling silver cap band. We have never seen one before or since. The Wearever Zenith was the second to the top of the line post World War II pen from David Kahn, behind the Wearever Pacemaker. The Zenith sold for $1.95 and offered a 14 karat gold nib with Wearever's clear plastic "C-Flow" feed. The Zenith had a stepped "ruby" colored plastic cap top and cheap gold plated trim. The Zenith was offered in solid colors including maroon, coachman's green, navy blue and black. Packaged with a pencil, the set was $2.75. Wearever Zenith pens, when they are restored and have good nibs, actually can be fun writers. A good starter pen for a restorer or a new user.

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Tsuishu kamakura bori pine and crane eyedropper fountain pen, c1925. This is a large Japanese eyedropper fountain pen with shut-off plunger hand carved using the kamakura bori technique, where many layers of urushi lacquer is layered over the ebonite base pen and then deeply carved. This pen depicts a pine tree, representing endurance because they remain green all winter, and a crane, representing long life as cranes mate for life. The pen has as many as eighteen layers of urushi and the design cuts as deep as 2mm, into the ebonite base. It is signed by the artist, Tsuishu, c1925. An unused photo from the article, Collecting Japanese Pens by Stan Klemanowicz in the Winter, 2006 Pennant.

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Tsuishu kamakura bori pine and crane eyedropper fountain pen, c1925. This is a large Japanese eyedropper fountain pen with shut-off plunger hand carved using the kamakura bori technique, where many layers of urushi lacquer is layered over the ebonite base pen and then deeply carved. This pen depicts a pine tree, representing endurance because they remain green all winter, and a crane, representing long life as cranes mate for life. The pen has as many as eighteen layers of urushi and the design cuts as deep as 2mm, into the ebonite base. It is signed by the artist, Tsuishu, c1925. An unused photo from the article, Collecting Japanese Pens by Stan Klemanowicz in the Winter, 2006 Pennant.

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Yotsubishi fountain pen with cherry blossoms c1957. This is a Yotsubishi eyedropper fountain pen with shut-off plunger, decorated with cherry blossoms, c1957. It has a long tapered section with a small 14 karat gold nib, a similar design to late 1940s to early 1950s Waterman Taperite pens. You can see the spelling YOTUBISI on the face of the clip. The name means four diamonds, thus the logo. The base pen is coated with urushi lacquer and then decorated with cherry blossoms using the Kirikane technique, a Buddhist decorative art used on statues and paintings, where gold leaf is glued to the surface of the object. The pen would then be overcoated with clear urushi. An unused photo from the article, Collecting Japanese Pens by Stan Klemanowicz in the Winter, 2006 Pennant.

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Yotsubishi fountain pen with cherry blossoms c1957. This is a Yotsubishi eyedropper fountain pen with shut-off plunger, decorated with cherry blossoms, c1957. It has a long tapered section with a small 14 karat gold nib, a similar design to late 1940s to early 1950s Waterman Taperite pens. You can see the spelling YOTUBISI on the face of the clip. The name means four diamonds, thus the logo. The base pen is coated with urushi lacquer and then decorated with cherry blossoms using the Kirikane technique, a Buddhist decorative art used on statues and paintings, where gold leaf is glued to the surface of the object. The pen would then be overcoated with clear urushi. An unused photo from the article, Collecting Japanese Pens by Stan Klemanowicz in the Winter, 2006 Pennant.

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Yotsubishi Japanese eyedropper fountain pen with shut-off plunger, c1955. It is decorated with abalone strips using the raden technique, using inlays of shell to decorate objects. The base pen is coated with urushi lacquer and then decorated. It has a 14 karat gold nib. The Yotsubishi four diamond logo appears on the clip. Yotsubishi did not make hardware, so the clip and nib was jobbed out. An unused photo from the article, Collecting Japanese Pens, by Stan Klemanowicz in the Winter, 2006 Pennant.

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Yotsubishi Japanese eyedropper fountain pen with shut-off plunger, c1955. It is decorated with abalone strips using the raden technique, using inlays of shell to decorate objects. The base pen is coated with urushi lacquer and then decorated. It has a 14 karat gold nib. The Yotsubishi four diamond logo appears on the clip. Yotsubishi did not make hardware, so the clip and nib was jobbed out. An unused photo from the article, Collecting Japanese Pens, by Stan Klemanowicz in the Winter, 2006 Pennant.

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Sheaffer transitioned from the rather pointy ended Triumph pens made from 1942-1944 to the more streamlined post war pens in 1945. Ads begin to show the new line by August, 1945. What's interesting is some time during this transition, Sheaffer produced pens with the White Dot on the top of the cap, unlike pens made before or after the change in body shape. Unfortunately, we don't have evidence of a specific year of production, but our assessment is these were made between the earlier Triumph line and the new more streamlined pens some time c1944-1945. Sheaffer advertising from that period shows White Dots where we usually find them, above the clip on pens with radite plastic caps. We've found no exceptions. This pen is a Statesman model, which came in black, brown, green, carmine, and grey (chrome trim), with a gold filled clip and 3/8 inch cap band, offered as a lever fill (black only) and vacuum-fil pen, and selling for $10.00, with a matching pencil for $4.00.

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Sheaffer transitioned from the rather pointy ended Triumph pens made from 1942-1944 to the more streamlined post war pens in 1945. Ads begin to show the new line by August, 1945. What's interesting is some time during this transition, Sheaffer produced pens with the White Dot on the top of the cap, unlike pens made before or after the change in body shape. Unfortunately, we don't have evidence of a specific year of production, but our assessment is these were made between the earlier Triumph line and the new more streamlined pens some time c1944-1945. Sheaffer advertising from that period shows White Dots where we usually find them, above the clip on pens with radite plastic caps. We've found no exceptions. This pen is a Statesman model, which came in black, brown, green, carmine, and grey (chrome trim), with a gold filled clip and 3/8 inch cap band, offered as a lever fill (black only) and vacuum-fil pen, and selling for $10.00, with a matching pencil for $4.00.

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Parker 75 Perlé (22 karat gold plated) c1983-1994. The Parker 75 Perlé, French for "beaded," was part of the Place Vendôme series of gold and silver plated Parker 75s introduced in 1983. The guilloché pattern is a matrix of circular indentations set in a tight straight line pattern background. The series and this design ran through 1994, when the Parker 75 was discontinued.

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Parker 75 Perlé (22 karat gold plated) c1983-1994. The Parker 75 Perlé, French for "beaded," was part of the Place Vendôme series of gold and silver plated Parker 75s introduced in 1983. The guilloché pattern is a matrix of circular indentations set in a tight straight line pattern background. The series and this design ran through 1994, when the Parker 75 was discontinued.

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One of our favorite pens is the Sheaffer Autograph in all its forms over the years. To us, an all black pen with 14 karat gold hardware is more subtle than an all gold pen. Sheaffer made pens with a wide solid 14 karat gold cap band at least as early as 1917, but the name Autograph didn't come into use until at least 1931. Although this pen appears to be solid black, it's actually black and clear striped radite, as seen near the section thread. The pen also has an ink view window in the nib section on the opposite side of the thread. The 1946 Triumph For Your Autograph pen came in Black Radite cap and barrel with a solid 14-karat gold clip and 9/16 inch cap band and was offered as either lever or vacuum-fil for $20.00 and with a $15.00 matching pencil.

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One of our favorite pens is the Sheaffer Autograph in all its forms over the years. To us, an all black pen with 14 karat gold hardware is more subtle than an all gold pen. Sheaffer made pens with a wide solid 14 karat gold cap band at least as early as 1917, but the name Autograph didn't come into use until at least 1931. Although this pen appears to be solid black, it's actually black and clear striped radite, as seen near the section thread. The pen also has an ink view window in the nib section on the opposite side of the thread. The 1946 Triumph For Your Autograph pen came in Black Radite cap and barrel with a solid 14-karat gold clip and 9/16 inch cap band and was offered as either lever or vacuum-fil for $20.00 and with a $15.00 matching pencil.

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This is the new Lambrou Pens LB6 Virtues Harmony in Forest Green 2017. The LB6 Virtues Collection are crafted by Paul Rossi in eight exclusive diffusion bonded acrylic finishes, ten pieces each finish, based on the Lambrou Pens Mythos oversize pen. Each pen is fitted with a Bock oversize G-380, 18-karat gold nib unit in Medium. The LB6 Virtues Harmony in Forest Green is available with yellow gold vermeil trim and in both round and faceted forms. The clip art represents the Ying, Yang (Male, Female) harmony. The Virtues pens are obtained by pre-order and delivery varies from 3-5 months. Retail prices of currently available LB6 Virtues Pens: - Round Sterling Silver: $2,800 - Faceted Sterling Silver $3,000 - Round Vermeil $3,000 - Faceted Vermeil $3,200.

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This is the new Lambrou Pens LB6 Virtues Harmony in Forest Green 2017. The LB6 Virtues Collection are crafted by Paul Rossi in eight exclusive diffusion bonded acrylic finishes, ten pieces each finish, based on the Lambrou Pens Mythos oversize pen. Each pen is fitted with a Bock oversize G-380, 18-karat gold nib unit in Medium. The LB6 Virtues Harmony in Forest Green is available with yellow gold vermeil trim and in both round and faceted forms. The clip art represents the Ying, Yang (Male, Female) harmony. The Virtues pens are obtained by pre-order and delivery varies from 3-5 months. Retail prices of currently available LB6 Virtues Pens: - Round Sterling Silver: $2,800 - Faceted Sterling Silver $3,000 - Round Vermeil $3,000 - Faceted Vermeil $3,200.

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The Lambrou Pens LB6 Virtues fountain pen line began with the Passion in Flame Red in 2016. The LB6 Virtues Collection are crafted by Paul Rossi in seven exclusive diffusion bonded acrylic finishes, ten pieces each finish, based on the Lambrou Pens Mythos oversize pen. Each pen is fitted with a Bock oversize G-380, 18-karat gold nib unit in Medium. The LB6 Virtues Passion in Flame Red is available with sterling silver trim and in both round and faceted forms. The clip art represents the ecstasy and intensity of passion, depicted as flames on the clip and in thel Flame Red diffusion bonded cap and barrel. The Virtues pens are obtained by pre-order and delivery varies from 3-5 months. Retail prices of currently available LB6 Virtues Pens: - Round Sterling Silver: $2,800 - Faceted Sterling Silver $3,000 - Round Vermeil $3,000 - Faceted Vermeil $3,200

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The Lambrou Pens LB6 Virtues fountain pen line began with the Passion in Flame Red in 2016. The LB6 Virtues Collection are crafted by Paul Rossi in seven exclusive diffusion bonded acrylic finishes, ten pieces each finish, based on the Lambrou Pens Mythos oversize pen. Each pen is fitted with a Bock oversize G-380, 18-karat gold nib unit in Medium. The LB6 Virtues Passion in Flame Red is available with sterling silver trim and in both round and faceted forms. The clip art represents the ecstasy and intensity of passion, depicted as flames on the clip and in thel Flame Red diffusion bonded cap and barrel. The Virtues pens are obtained by pre-order and delivery varies from 3-5 months. Retail prices of currently available LB6 Virtues Pens: - Round Sterling Silver: $2,800 - Faceted Sterling Silver $3,000 - Round Vermeil $3,000 - Faceted Vermeil $3,200

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In the Snorkel line-up, the Autograph model came only in black, had a 19/32" wide 14 karat gold cap band and a 14 karat gold clip. The Signature model came in black, burgundy and pastel green, had a 3/8" wide 14 karat gold cap band and a gold-filled clip. In 1959, the Autograph model sold for $37.50, with a matching pencil for $12.50 while the Signature model sold for $35.00, with a matching pencil for $10.00.

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In the Snorkel line-up, the Autograph model came only in black, had a 19/32" wide 14 karat gold cap band and a 14 karat gold clip. The Signature model came in black, burgundy and pastel green, had a 3/8" wide 14 karat gold cap band and a gold-filled clip. In 1959, the Autograph model sold for $37.50, with a matching pencil for $12.50 while the Signature model sold for $35.00, with a matching pencil for $10.00.

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As a compliment to the Sheaffer Autograph Vaccum-fil previously posted, this is the lever-fill version. The lever-fill pen is easier to service as it only takes a sac replacement. The Lifetime Triumph nib dates this pen to c1946 and is shown in the 1946 catalog as the Sheaffer Autograph II, probably to distinguish it from the previous Triumph pen of the same name. Lifetime nibs are not shown in the 1947 catalog. The pen is solid black and has an ink view window in the nib section. The 1946 Triumph For Your Autograph lever-fill pen came in Black cap and barrel with a solid 14-karat gold clip and 9/16 inch cap band and was offered as either lever or vacuum-fil for $20.00 and with a $15.00 matching pencil.

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As a compliment to the Sheaffer Autograph Vaccum-fil previously posted, this is the lever-fill version. The lever-fill pen is easier to service as it only takes a sac replacement. The Lifetime Triumph nib dates this pen to c1946 and is shown in the 1946 catalog as the Sheaffer Autograph II, probably to distinguish it from the previous Triumph pen of the same name. Lifetime nibs are not shown in the 1947 catalog. The pen is solid black and has an ink view window in the nib section. The 1946 Triumph For Your Autograph lever-fill pen came in Black cap and barrel with a solid 14-karat gold clip and 9/16 inch cap band and was offered as either lever or vacuum-fil for $20.00 and with a $15.00 matching pencil.

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Inochi in Japanese means Life. The design on the pen is inspired by the oak tree, symbolizing strength, its leaves representing dignity, integrity and honor. The artwork represents a new season in the forest. The Maki-E techniques used on this pen combine to create the leaves, bark and acorns in high relief, including Togidashi and Taka Maki-E. The Maki-E artist is Shogetsu Mitani and carries his red seal signature. There were 15 pieces on the Parker Duofold Centennial and 15 pieces on the Classic Legend.

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Inochi in Japanese means Life. The design on the pen is inspired by the oak tree, symbolizing strength, its leaves representing dignity, integrity and honor. The artwork represents a new season in the forest. The Maki-E techniques used on this pen combine to create the leaves, bark and acorns in high relief, including Togidashi and Taka Maki-E. The Maki-E artist is Shogetsu Mitani and carries his red seal signature. There were 15 pieces on the Parker Duofold Centennial and 15 pieces on the Classic Legend.

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This black Parker 51 Vacumatic fountain pen started as a c1940s sterling silver cap pen and was later decorated with heavy engraving and added gold elements. Many of these customized sterling silver cap pens are believed crafted in Mexico.

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This black Parker 51 Vacumatic fountain pen started as a c1940s sterling silver cap pen and was later decorated with heavy engraving and added gold elements. Many of these customized sterling silver cap pens are believed crafted in Mexico.