Parker - Duofold Centennial set - Fountain pen

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Parker Duofold Centennial set, made in the United Kingdom from resin/polyester with 18 kt gold trim, dating to the late 20th century; length 135 mm and diameter 15 mm; in excellent condition and in working order.

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Description from the seller

The Parker Duofold Centennial was introduced to mark Parker’s 100-year anniversary (1888–1988).
The 'Black & Pearl' finish (pearl-like acrylic veined with black) was added in November 1992 on the 'Centennial'.
This finish was designed to evoke a 1920s style: *“Delicate pearlized acrylic, veined with intense black, echoes the elegant style of the original 1920s finish.

Design & Materials

Material / Body: The pen is made from acrylic rods (methyl methacrylate).
White-pearl acrylic with black veining / marbling.
Typically gold-plated trim
Bands: On some examples, there are two cap bands, two barrel bands, and two section rings.
Nib (Fountain Pen): 18 k gold** M nib.
Filling System (Fountain): with Parker cartridges.


Value / Rarity / Collector Notes
Because this finish ('Pearl & Black') is relatively popular and visually distinctive, it's quite collectible.
The Pearl and Black finish is one of the nicest finishes... The ones were made from 1995 to 2005.

The Parker Duofold Centennial was introduced to mark Parker’s 100-year anniversary (1888–1988).
The 'Black & Pearl' finish (pearl-like acrylic veined with black) was added in November 1992 on the 'Centennial'.
This finish was designed to evoke a 1920s style: *“Delicate pearlized acrylic, veined with intense black, echoes the elegant style of the original 1920s finish.

Design & Materials

Material / Body: The pen is made from acrylic rods (methyl methacrylate).
White-pearl acrylic with black veining / marbling.
Typically gold-plated trim
Bands: On some examples, there are two cap bands, two barrel bands, and two section rings.
Nib (Fountain Pen): 18 k gold** M nib.
Filling System (Fountain): with Parker cartridges.


Value / Rarity / Collector Notes
Because this finish ('Pearl & Black') is relatively popular and visually distinctive, it's quite collectible.
The Pearl and Black finish is one of the nicest finishes... The ones were made from 1995 to 2005.

Details

Era
1900-2000
No. of items
2
Model / Type
Duofold Centennial set
Country of Origin
United Kingdom
Period
Late 20th century
Material
.750 (18 kt) gold, Resin/Polyester
Manufacturer/ Brand
Parker
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
In working order
Yes
Diameter
15 mm
Length
135 mm
Nib size
M - Medium
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