Waterman - Taperite - No reserve price - Fountain pen

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Waterman Taperite fountain pen with a black resin body and a gold-plated cap featuring vertical lines and a matching clip, 13.5 cm long and 1.1 cm in diameter, with a gold nib in size F and a lateral lever filling system, dating from the mid-20th century and made in France; in good used condition with minor signs of wear.

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A0000005494

Article: WATERMAN TAPERITE-F fountain pen, black body with gold cap featuring vertical lines and matching clip
Length: 13.5 cm
Diameter: 1.1 cm
Nib: F
Period: 1940s–1950s
Materials: Body and section in black resin/Bakelite with a glossy finish, gold-plated cap with vertical line decoration, double filet at the mouth and "WATERMAN'S" engraved on the crown; gold clip; conical, semi-hooded gold nib; lever-filler on the side of the body.
Condition: Good overall condition for a used and well-cared-for piece. The black body retains its shine, with fine micro-scratches from use visible under light. The gold plating of the cap remains intact, with small rub marks and a few spots of slight edge wear. The nib is intact, with traces of old ink and no appreciable deformations. Writing and the operation of the filling system have not been tested.
Accessories: Only the loose piece; no box, case, or papers visible in the photos.

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A0000005494

Article: WATERMAN TAPERITE-F fountain pen, black body with gold cap featuring vertical lines and matching clip
Length: 13.5 cm
Diameter: 1.1 cm
Nib: F
Period: 1940s–1950s
Materials: Body and section in black resin/Bakelite with a glossy finish, gold-plated cap with vertical line decoration, double filet at the mouth and "WATERMAN'S" engraved on the crown; gold clip; conical, semi-hooded gold nib; lever-filler on the side of the body.
Condition: Good overall condition for a used and well-cared-for piece. The black body retains its shine, with fine micro-scratches from use visible under light. The gold plating of the cap remains intact, with small rub marks and a few spots of slight edge wear. The nib is intact, with traces of old ink and no appreciable deformations. Writing and the operation of the filling system have not been tested.
Accessories: Only the loose piece; no box, case, or papers visible in the photos.

The photographs are part of the description.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Number of objects
1
Model/type
Taperite
Country of origin
France
Period
Mid 20th century
Material
Gold-plated, Precious resin
Manufacturer/brand
Waterman
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
In working order
Yes
Diameter
1.1 cm
Length
13.5 cm
Nib size
F - Fine
SpainVerified
4698
Objects sold
98.65%
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