Montegrappa - Queen of Hearts - Pen
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Montegrappa The Queen of Hearts is a silver‑overlay fountain pen with a green resin body, Italy‑made as a 1912 Limited Edition No. 0737, fitted with an 18k gold BB nib, in unused condition and including the original box with accessories.
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Montegrappa “The Queen of Hearts” 1912 Limited Edition Fountain Pen No. 0737 – Boxed with Accessories
A rare and highly decorative, collectible Montegrappa limited edition fountain pen, “The Queen of Hearts” 1912 Limited Edition fountain pen, made in Italy and presented in its original themed Montegrappa box.This box is numbered 0737, with the same number appearing on both the presentation box and the pen end cap, confirming it as a matching. The end cap is also marked FP, indicating fountain pen.
The pen features a green resin body with an ornate silver-tone engraved overlay, decorated with playing-card and casino-inspired motifs. The cap and barrel have detailed geometric engraving, with card-suit symbolism consistent with the Queen of Hearts theme.
The pen is fitted with an 18k gold Montegrappa nib, marked 18K / 750 / Italy, and appears to be a BB nib. The nib is richly engraved and visually intact from inspection.
The presentation box is especially decorative, designed in a games/casino style with green lining and The Queen of Hearts branding. The set includes the original printed insert/booklet, Montegrappa leather dice cup, and five dice.
Details
Brand: Montegrappa
Model: The Queen of Hearts
Series: 1912 Montegrappa
Edition number: 0737
Type: Fountain pen
Nib: 18k gold, marked 18K / 750 / Italy
Nib width: BB
Material: Green resin with engraved silver-tone overlay
Country of manufacture: Italy
Presentation: Original themed Montegrappa box
Accessories: Insert/booklet, leather dice cup, four dice
Condition
Pre-owned vintage condition. Never used. The pen presents well, with detailed engraving and a visually intact 18k gold nib. There is age-related surface wear, tarnish and handling marks visible, particularly to the metal overlay and trims. The presentation box is original and matching by number, but shows signs of age and storage wear, including scuffs, edge/corner wear and surface marks. The leather dice cup also shows visible wear.
The pen has not been ink-tested or writing-tested, so it is offered as a collectible vintage writing instrument in untested condition. minor signs of wear consistent with age.
Dimensions (approx.):
* Length (closed): 14–15 cm
* Length (posted): 16–17 cm
* Diameter: 1.3–1.5 cm
* Weight: ~28–35 g. Up to 2kg shipping weight due to the box.
Shipping:
Shipped via tracked mail. Buyer is responsible for any customs duties or import taxes per Catawiki terms.
Montegrappa “The Queen of Hearts” 1912 Limited Edition Fountain Pen No. 0737 – Boxed with Accessories
A rare and highly decorative, collectible Montegrappa limited edition fountain pen, “The Queen of Hearts” 1912 Limited Edition fountain pen, made in Italy and presented in its original themed Montegrappa box.This box is numbered 0737, with the same number appearing on both the presentation box and the pen end cap, confirming it as a matching. The end cap is also marked FP, indicating fountain pen.
The pen features a green resin body with an ornate silver-tone engraved overlay, decorated with playing-card and casino-inspired motifs. The cap and barrel have detailed geometric engraving, with card-suit symbolism consistent with the Queen of Hearts theme.
The pen is fitted with an 18k gold Montegrappa nib, marked 18K / 750 / Italy, and appears to be a BB nib. The nib is richly engraved and visually intact from inspection.
The presentation box is especially decorative, designed in a games/casino style with green lining and The Queen of Hearts branding. The set includes the original printed insert/booklet, Montegrappa leather dice cup, and five dice.
Details
Brand: Montegrappa
Model: The Queen of Hearts
Series: 1912 Montegrappa
Edition number: 0737
Type: Fountain pen
Nib: 18k gold, marked 18K / 750 / Italy
Nib width: BB
Material: Green resin with engraved silver-tone overlay
Country of manufacture: Italy
Presentation: Original themed Montegrappa box
Accessories: Insert/booklet, leather dice cup, four dice
Condition
Pre-owned vintage condition. Never used. The pen presents well, with detailed engraving and a visually intact 18k gold nib. There is age-related surface wear, tarnish and handling marks visible, particularly to the metal overlay and trims. The presentation box is original and matching by number, but shows signs of age and storage wear, including scuffs, edge/corner wear and surface marks. The leather dice cup also shows visible wear.
The pen has not been ink-tested or writing-tested, so it is offered as a collectible vintage writing instrument in untested condition. minor signs of wear consistent with age.
Dimensions (approx.):
* Length (closed): 14–15 cm
* Length (posted): 16–17 cm
* Diameter: 1.3–1.5 cm
* Weight: ~28–35 g. Up to 2kg shipping weight due to the box.
Shipping:
Shipped via tracked mail. Buyer is responsible for any customs duties or import taxes per Catawiki terms.
Details
Era
After 2000
Number of objects
1
Model/type
Queen of Hearts
Country of origin
Italy
Period
2000-2010
Material
Gold, Silver
Manufacturer/brand
Montegrappa
Condition
As new - unused
In working order
Yes
Diameter
1.5 cm
Length
15 cm
Nib size
BB - Double broad
Serial number
0737
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