Montegrappa Symphony fountain pen in yellow marbled celluloid with sterling silver
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
1912
This Montegrappa "Symphony" fountain pen is crafted with a yellow marbled celluloid barrel and cap, accented with sterling silver trim. The pen measures 5.5 inches in length.
It features a sophisticated design that combines classic aesthetics with modern Italian craftsmanship. The cap is marked "1912 / Montegrappa," reflecting the heritage of the manufacturer. Equipped with a two-tone nib, the pen is specifically marked "Montegrappa / Italy / M," indicating the nib size and origin. The pen is presented with a green case for storage or display. This writing instrument is noted as being unused, though the sterling silver components show signs of slight tarnish.
The combination of the vibrant yellow marbled material and the contrasting sterling silver details makes this a notable example of luxury writing equipment. The overall presentation dimensions including the packaging are 2 inches high by 7.25 inches wide by 4 inches deep.
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Physical characteristics
- Length
- 5.5 inches
- Material
- yellow marbled celluloid, sterling silver
- Case dimensions
- 2" H x 7.25" W x 4" D
Technical characteristics
- Nib
- two-tone
- Nib markings
- Montegrappa / Italy / M
Design
- Markings
- 1912 / Montegrappa on cap
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
- Montegrappa
Catalogue references
No catalogue numbers recorded. Numbers are only published once transcribed from a verified edition of a standard catalogue — they are never inferred.