Waterman - Unknown - Fountain pen
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Waterman\'s Ideal Safety fountain pen model 42, Italian-made circa 1920, with a gold-filled 18 carat Continental Overlay, retractable nib, eyedropper filling, original Waterman\'s Ideal nib, back stamped 42, and includes the original Waterman\'s Ideal box; in good condition with age patina.
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Waterman's Ideal Safety Fountain Pen model 42, produced in Italy around the 1920s.
It is the sought-after Safety version with a retractable nib operated by a screw mechanism, adorned with a refined Continental Overlay in 18-carat gold, stamped 18 Ctn, with elegant guilloché work and rich floral decorations on the cap and clip.
The original end-cap in ebonite bears the model number 42, identifying the Safety Waterman with nib size no. 2.
The nib is the original Waterman's Ideal, with inscriptions perfectly legible.
Characteristics
• Brand: Waterman's Ideal
• Model: 42
• Production: Italy, circa 1920
• System: Safety with retractable nib
• Filling: Eyedropper
• Continental Overlay in 18-carat gold (Gold filled / gold overlay)
• Original stamp "18 Ctn" carat reinforced (laminated)
• Jeweler's mark present
• Guilloché decoration with floral motifs
• Original end-cap marked "42"
• Original nib Waterman's Ideal
• Complete with the original Waterman's Ideal Fountain Pen box
Conditions
The pen presents in excellent conservative condition considering its age of over a hundred years.
The nib advance/retract mechanism operates normally with smooth movement.
The gold overlay preserves a pleasant vintage patina with normal signs of use, without major dents.
The original box is present and preserves the inner lining with the Waterman’s Ideal mark; shows external wear consistent with age.
The pen has not been tested with ink.
Waterman's Ideal Safety Fountain Pen model 42, produced in Italy around the 1920s.
It is the sought-after Safety version with a retractable nib operated by a screw mechanism, adorned with a refined Continental Overlay in 18-carat gold, stamped 18 Ctn, with elegant guilloché work and rich floral decorations on the cap and clip.
The original end-cap in ebonite bears the model number 42, identifying the Safety Waterman with nib size no. 2.
The nib is the original Waterman's Ideal, with inscriptions perfectly legible.
Characteristics
• Brand: Waterman's Ideal
• Model: 42
• Production: Italy, circa 1920
• System: Safety with retractable nib
• Filling: Eyedropper
• Continental Overlay in 18-carat gold (Gold filled / gold overlay)
• Original stamp "18 Ctn" carat reinforced (laminated)
• Jeweler's mark present
• Guilloché decoration with floral motifs
• Original end-cap marked "42"
• Original nib Waterman's Ideal
• Complete with the original Waterman's Ideal Fountain Pen box
Conditions
The pen presents in excellent conservative condition considering its age of over a hundred years.
The nib advance/retract mechanism operates normally with smooth movement.
The gold overlay preserves a pleasant vintage patina with normal signs of use, without major dents.
The original box is present and preserves the inner lining with the Waterman’s Ideal mark; shows external wear consistent with age.
The pen has not been tested with ink.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Number of objects
1
Model/type
Unknown
Country of origin
Italy
Period
Early 20th century
Material
Gold-plated
Manufacturer/brand
Waterman
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
In working order
Yes
Diameter
14 mm
Length
126 mm
Serial number
42
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