DuMouchelles
Live Auction

April 2024: Day One

Thu, Apr 18, 2024 11:00AM EDT
Lot 42

Fountain Pens, Feat. Montegrappa, Visconti & Mont Blanc, H 5" W 12" Depth 8.25" 33 pcs

Estimate: $600 - $800

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $5
$30 $10
$100 $25
$400 $50
$900 $100
$2,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$20,000 $2,500
$50,000 $5,000
$100,000 $10,000
$200,000 $25,000
$500,000 $50,000
$1,000,000 $100,000
The collection includes three Montegrappa fountain pens (L 5.25"), two Visconti fountain pens with 18k gold nibs, one Visctoni 'Medici' fountain pen with 23k gold nib (L 5.75"), one Aurora fountain pen with 14k gold nib, one Namiki fountain pen with 18k yellow gold nib, one Pelikan fountain pen with 18k gold nib, one Mont Blanc 'Meisterstuck No. 149' fountain pen with 18k gold nib, one Pilot pen with 14k yellow gold nib, one Waterman fountain pen with 18k nib, one Benu fountain pen, five Jinhao fountain pen with 18k gold nibs, one Bulow fountain pen, three 3013 fountain pens, and eleven TWSBI fountain pens.

Condition

The collection shows signs of modest use. No losses or notable demerits were observed. | Please note all lots show signs of wear commensurate with age and use, and the lack of a statement regarding condition does not imply the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from defects or the effects of aging. Unless otherwise stated, all information provided is the opinion of DuMouchelles' specialists. Should you have any specific questions regarding the condition of this lot, please use the “Request Condition Report” or “Ask a Question” buttons or email conditions@dumoart.com.

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