The legendary founding of Rome in 753 BC is the start of a rise unparalleled in the ancient world. Even today, in the early 3rd millennium, the great rulers, magnificent buildings and historic cultural achievements continue to fascinate time and again: they are the inspiration for the creation of the Pen of the Year 2018. The platinum-plated special edition with masterly crafted Carrara marble is limited to 400 fountain pens and 120 rollerball pens. The exclusive “Black Edition” is limited to 330 fountain pens and 100 roller-ball pens. Both editions come with an 18-carat gold nib that is run in by hand. An end-cap protects the rotary knob of the plunger mechanism of the plunger-type fountain pen.
Product details:
Barrel with a tough anthracite-coloured PVD coating made of titanium
The barrel is adorned by three segments of black marble, Nero Marquina from Vizcaya region, and two PVD coated ring with laurel wreaths decoration
The cap with an elaborate engraving of the famous Colosseum is adorned by a miniature Roman penny
The penny is modelled on a very rare silver coin from the year 44BC depicting Caesar\'s head
Fitted with a ruthenium-plated 18-carat gold nib, inscribed by hand
Available in the nib width M
Individually numbered writing instruments
Exclusive, brightly polished black wooden box with an attractive brochure and a certificate of authenticity
An additional insert offers space for six more writing instruments
Limited to 330 pieces