Conway Stewart - 475 - No reserve price - Fountain pen

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Article: CONWAY STEWART 475 fountain pen in ebonite engraved with brown bronze patina.
Reference / Edition: Model 475 ("The Conway Pen – Conway Stewart London" engraved on the body).
Length: 13.1 cm.
Diameter: 1.2 cm.
Nib: F.
Period: 1930s (approx. 1930-1940).
Materials: Body and cap in black ebonite with guilloché engraving (chased) on the body, now with the brown-green bronze patina characteristic of this material after decades of light exposure; long clip and cap band gold-plated, with the brand’s crest engraved at the head of the clip and a diamond-shaped end; section in black ebonite with threading; 14-carat gold nib marked "Duro - Conway Stewart - 14ct" and ebonite feed; lever-filler system with the lever sealed with the CS monogram.
Condition: Good overall condition for its age. The ebonite is intact, without cracks or deformities in sight, and retains good shine; shows the natural discoloration of the material, with tones ranging from dark brown to bronze-green, more pronounced on the body. The guilloché engraving remains crisp at the ends and appears somewhat softened from use in the central area; the brand engraving is difficult to read on some letters. The metal parts show wear of the plating, with visible loss of gold on the clip and on the cap band. The gold nib is straight, with the tips aligned and no apparent damage. Vintage piece not serviced; a proper service before use with ink is recommended.
Complements: Only the loose piece; no box or papers visible in the photos.

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