Parker - Vacumatic - Fountain pen

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Parker Vacumatic Major fountain pen in emerald green celluloid with translucent bands, 14k gold nib, piston-filler, circa 1940–1948, 15 cm long and 2 cm in diameter, in good used condition with brassing on the clip and rings and working order.

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Parker Vacumatic Major - Green Pearl
We present an iconic piece of 1940s engineering: the Parker Vacumatic in its Green Pearl variant. This model stands out for its characteristic laminated celluloid body with translucent bands, which at the time allowed checking the remaining ink level.
• Model: Parker Vacumatic Major.
• Period: Circa 1940-1948.
• Finish: Emerald green celluloid with pearlized rings and gold details.
• Nib: 14k solid gold original from Parker, with arrow engraving.
• Filling system: Vacumatic piston (requires technical inspection to guarantee airtight operation).
• Condition: Good cosmetic condition with natural wear on the gilding of the clip and rings (brassing) in keeping with its age. Radiant celluloid jewel at the top of the cap.
It is carefully shipped packaged in a generic case with tracking number and insurance.

Parker Vacumatic Major - Green Pearl
We present an iconic piece of 1940s engineering: the Parker Vacumatic in its Green Pearl variant. This model stands out for its characteristic laminated celluloid body with translucent bands, which at the time allowed checking the remaining ink level.
• Model: Parker Vacumatic Major.
• Period: Circa 1940-1948.
• Finish: Emerald green celluloid with pearlized rings and gold details.
• Nib: 14k solid gold original from Parker, with arrow engraving.
• Filling system: Vacumatic piston (requires technical inspection to guarantee airtight operation).
• Condition: Good cosmetic condition with natural wear on the gilding of the clip and rings (brassing) in keeping with its age. Radiant celluloid jewel at the top of the cap.
It is carefully shipped packaged in a generic case with tracking number and insurance.

Details

Era
1900-2000
No. of items
1
Model / Type
Vacumatic
Country of Origin
United States
Period
First half 20th century
Material
Celluloid
Manufacturer/ Brand
Parker
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
In working order
Yes
Diameter
2 cm
Length
15 cm
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