England - Full Overlay Flora - Fountain pen
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English full overlay floral fountain pen with an 18k gold body and cap, 15 cm long and 4 cm in diameter, dating to the first half of the 20th century, origin USA, eyedropper filling system, fitted with a 14k Waterman’s Ideal New York nib, in good condition with minor signs of age.
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This is an English fountain pen - Full Overlay Floral - solid 18k gold
Exceptional English fountain pen. This example features a barrel and cap with an intricate handcrafted floral engraving in the classic “Full Overlay” style. It preserves the perfectly legible British contrasts (Birmingham), ensuring the purity of the precious metal. A collectible piece that represents the golden age of British writing, marrying an exquisite ornamental design with the technical reliability of the Swan-type system.
It stands out for its 18k gold-coated barrel and cap with a contrasting seal, richly decorated with a delicate Art Nouveau floral engraving.
• Technical details: Eyedropper filling system. The body bears authenticity punches guaranteeing its origin.
• Nib: Fitted with an original Waterman’s Ideal New York nib, solid 14-carat gold. These nibs are famous for their smoothness and, often, for their flexibility.
• Condition: Excellent conservation state for its age, with the engravings sharp and no deep wear on the metal (brassing).
A highly sophisticated collectible piece, ideal for both 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 - solid 18k gold
Exceptional English fountain pen. This example features a barrel and cap with an intricate handcrafted floral engraving in the classic “Full Overlay” style. It preserves the perfectly legible British contrasts (Birmingham), ensuring the purity of the precious metal. A collectible piece that represents the golden age of British writing, marrying an exquisite ornamental design with the technical reliability of the Swan-type system.
It stands out for its 18k gold-coated barrel and cap with a contrasting seal, richly decorated with a delicate Art Nouveau floral engraving.
• Technical details: Eyedropper filling system. The body bears authenticity punches guaranteeing its origin.
• Nib: Fitted with an original Waterman’s Ideal New York nib, solid 14-carat gold. These nibs are famous for their smoothness and, often, for their flexibility.
• Condition: Excellent conservation state for its age, with the engravings sharp and no deep wear on the metal (brassing).
A highly sophisticated collectible piece, ideal for both 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
