Visconti - Ragtime - Fountain pen
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Visconti Ragtime 2nd Series fountain pen, made in Italy from precious swirled celluloid with gold-plated trim, 140 mm long and 13 mm in diameter, NOS and never inked, with the original nib and a piston or cartridge/converter filling system.
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Visconti Ragtime 2nd Series - Icon of Italian Design - NOS
Title: Visconti Ragtime 2nd Series NOS - Esteemed veined celluloid - Historic Florentine design - Never imprinted
Introduction:
A cornerstone piece for lovers of Made in Italy. La Visconti Ragtime is the model that cemented the Florentine house’s place in the global panorama of luxury writing instruments. This second series is renowned for the perfect balance between classical elegance and material quality.
Technical Details
• Model: Visconti Ragtime, 2nd Series.
• Material: Premium veined celluloid (high-quality natural resin) with amber and brown hues that make each specimen unique.
• Finishes: Stylized arched clip (inspired by Ponte Vecchio in Florence) and verette with a galvanic gold finish.
• Nib: Original Visconti nib with classic engravings, perfectly preserved.
• Loading System: Piston or cartridge/converter (depending on the internal version), guaranteeing versatility and reliability.
Condition
NOS (New Old Stock) conditions. The pen is an untouched warehouse stock item: it has never been inked or used. The celluloid retains its original brilliance, and the gold finishes are free of oxidation or scratches.
Important Note
The item originates from a high-end private collection and is without the original box. It will be shipped in a generic, high-quality protective case with secure packaging to ensure its integrity during transport.
Visconti Ragtime 2nd Series - Icon of Italian Design - NOS
Title: Visconti Ragtime 2nd Series NOS - Esteemed veined celluloid - Historic Florentine design - Never imprinted
Introduction:
A cornerstone piece for lovers of Made in Italy. La Visconti Ragtime is the model that cemented the Florentine house’s place in the global panorama of luxury writing instruments. This second series is renowned for the perfect balance between classical elegance and material quality.
Technical Details
• Model: Visconti Ragtime, 2nd Series.
• Material: Premium veined celluloid (high-quality natural resin) with amber and brown hues that make each specimen unique.
• Finishes: Stylized arched clip (inspired by Ponte Vecchio in Florence) and verette with a galvanic gold finish.
• Nib: Original Visconti nib with classic engravings, perfectly preserved.
• Loading System: Piston or cartridge/converter (depending on the internal version), guaranteeing versatility and reliability.
Condition
NOS (New Old Stock) conditions. The pen is an untouched warehouse stock item: it has never been inked or used. The celluloid retains its original brilliance, and the gold finishes are free of oxidation or scratches.
Important Note
The item originates from a high-end private collection and is without the original box. It will be shipped in a generic, high-quality protective case with secure packaging to ensure its integrity during transport.
Details
Era
1900-2000
No. of items
1
Model / Type
Ragtime
Country of Origin
Italy
Period
Late 20th century
Material
Celluloid, Gold-plated, Precious resin
Manufacturer/ Brand
Visconti
Condition
As new - unused
In working order
Yes
Diameter
13 mm
Length
140 mm
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