Aurora - Optima Auroloide Blue - Fountain pen
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Aurora Optima Auroloide Blue fountain pen with blue marbled celluloid resin body and cap, chrome-plated fittings, 14K gold nib, piston filling, 12.7 cm long and 1.4 cm in diameter, produced in Italy during 2000–2010, in excellent used condition with minor micro-scratches and comes in the original Aurora black box with beige velvet interior.
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Article: AURORA Optima Fountain Pen in blue marbled auroloid with chrome finishes, screw-cap, and 14K gold nib
Reference / Edition: Optima Auroloide Blue CT (ref. 996-CB)
Length: 12.7 cm (closed)
Diameter: 1.4 cm
Nib: 14K gold (585), decorative engraving — caliber not indicated on the piece
Period: Modern Optima line, relaunched in 1992 and in production since then
Materials: Body and cap in blue marbled auroloid resin with light blue and white veins, central band engraved with a classical greca pattern and the AURORA logo, clip, ring and trim in polished rhodium-plated chrome metal, ends in black resin, nib in 14 karat gold. Piston-style filling system with ink level window.
Condition: Excellent state of conservation. The auroloid looks bright, with no cracks, marks, or color loss; the metals retain their mirror-bright shine with no chipping or appreciable wear on the clip or ring. The nib is aligned and free of deformations. Only micro-scratches due to use and handling are visible, only when held up to light.
Includes: Supplied with its original Aurora case, black with beige velvet interior; no papers, certificate, or warranty card visible in the photos.
A0000006401
Article: AURORA Optima Fountain Pen in blue marbled auroloid with chrome finishes, screw-cap, and 14K gold nib
Reference / Edition: Optima Auroloide Blue CT (ref. 996-CB)
Length: 12.7 cm (closed)
Diameter: 1.4 cm
Nib: 14K gold (585), decorative engraving — caliber not indicated on the piece
Period: Modern Optima line, relaunched in 1992 and in production since then
Materials: Body and cap in blue marbled auroloid resin with light blue and white veins, central band engraved with a classical greca pattern and the AURORA logo, clip, ring and trim in polished rhodium-plated chrome metal, ends in black resin, nib in 14 karat gold. Piston-style filling system with ink level window.
Condition: Excellent state of conservation. The auroloid looks bright, with no cracks, marks, or color loss; the metals retain their mirror-bright shine with no chipping or appreciable wear on the clip or ring. The nib is aligned and free of deformations. Only micro-scratches due to use and handling are visible, only when held up to light.
Includes: Supplied with its original Aurora case, black with beige velvet interior; no papers, certificate, or warranty card visible in the photos.
Details
Era
After 2000
Number of objects
1
Model/type
Optima Auroloide Blue
Country of origin
Italy
Period
2000-2010
Material
Celluloid, Precious resin
Manufacturer/brand
Aurora
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
In working order
Yes
Diameter
1.4 cm
Length
12.7 cm
Nib size
F - Fine
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