Montblanc Sakura Precious fountain pen in 18k rose gold, limited edition 52/88
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
2002
The Montblanc Sakura Precious fountain pen is a sophisticated writing instrument from the "Montblanc Asia Editions" series, released in 2002. This limited-edition piece is numbered 52/88, reflecting the significance of the number eight in Asian culture, which symbolizes luck, prosperity, and fertility.
Crafted from 18-karat rose gold, the pen features hand-enameled Japanese cherry blossom designs across both the cap and the barrel, capturing the beauty of the spring season and the national emblem of Japan. The instrument is a retractable design measuring 11.5 cm in length. It includes an 18-karat gold nib uniquely engraved with a sakura symbol, and the tip is configured as a medium "M" point. The cap is finished with the iconic Montblanc white star, representing the brand's commitment to traditional craftsmanship and refined aesthetics.
This fountain pen is a testament to the blend of artistic detail and high-quality materials, embodying the artistry and cultural resonance associated with the Montblanc name.
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Physical characteristics
- Material
- 18-karat rose gold, enamel
- Dimensions
- 11.5 cm
Technical characteristics
- Nib
- 18-karat gold, engraved with sakura symbol
- Mechanism
- retractable
- Point size
- M
Design
- Motif
- Japanese cherry blossom (sakura)
- Emblem
- Montblanc white star
- Decoration
- hand-enameled cap and barrel
Identification
- Source note
- Described from a single auction-house listing published on Invaluable (reproduced with Invaluable's permission). Details apply to that one example; other examples of the type may differ, and the listing is supplementary evidence, not authentication.
- Maker named in listing
- Montblanc
Catalogue references
No catalogue numbers recorded. Numbers are only published once transcribed from a verified edition of a standard catalogue — they are never inferred.