England - Full Overlay Flora - Fountain pen
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English full overlay floral fountain pen with a solid 18k gold body and cap, model Full Overlay Flora by England, measuring 15 cm in length and 4 cm in diameter, eyedropper filling and a 14k Waterman’s Ideal New York nib, in good used condition with minor signs of age.
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This is an English fountain pen - Full Overlay Floral - 18k solid gold
Exceptional English fountain pen. This specimen features a body and cap with an intricate handcrafted floral engraving in the artisanal "Full Overlay" style. It preserves the clearly legible British contrasts (Birmingham), ensuring the purity of the precious metal. A high-collection piece that represents the Golden Age of British writing, combining an exquisitely ornamental design with the technical reliability of the Swan-type system.
It stands out for its 18k gold-plated body and cap with a contrasting seal, lavishly decorated with a delicate Art Nouveau-style floral engraving.
• Technical details: Eyedropper feeding system. The body bears authenticity stamps that guarantee its origin.
• Nib: Fitted with an original Waterman’s Ideal New York 14k solid gold nib. These nibs are celebrated for their smoothness and, often, their flexibility.
• Condition: Excellent preservation for its age, with crisp engravings and no deep wear on the metal (brassing).
A highly sophisticated collectible piece, ideal for both regular use and display in a cabinet.
It is carefully shipped in a generic case with tracking number and insurance.
This is an English fountain pen - Full Overlay Floral - 18k solid gold
Exceptional English fountain pen. This specimen features a body and cap with an intricate handcrafted floral engraving in the artisanal "Full Overlay" style. It preserves the clearly legible British contrasts (Birmingham), ensuring the purity of the precious metal. A high-collection piece that represents the Golden Age of British writing, combining an exquisitely ornamental design with the technical reliability of the Swan-type system.
It stands out for its 18k gold-plated body and cap with a contrasting seal, lavishly decorated with a delicate Art Nouveau-style floral engraving.
• Technical details: Eyedropper feeding system. The body bears authenticity stamps that guarantee its origin.
• Nib: Fitted with an original Waterman’s Ideal New York 14k solid gold nib. These nibs are celebrated for their smoothness and, often, their flexibility.
• Condition: Excellent preservation for its age, with crisp engravings and no deep wear on the metal (brassing).
A highly sophisticated collectible piece, ideal for both regular use and display in a cabinet.
It is carefully shipped in a generic case with tracking number and insurance.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Number of objects
1
Model/type
Full Overlay Flora
Country of origin
United States
Period
First half 20th century
Material
.750 (18 kt) gold
Manufacturer/brand
England
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
In working order
Yes
Diameter
4 cm
Length
15 cm
