For most people, a pen is a stationery item that everyone uses everyday. For a person who is concerned about his image in the eyes of a business partner, this is also an object that characterizes his status. Today we have to find out what the most expensive pens are known to the world, and what kind of history follows them. About expensive pens that have become fashion accessories, and not only. About it today in the article.
The most famous and "status" pen in the world
When it comes to expensive pens, the idea of the world-famous Parker brand always comes to mind. In fact, the price segment of this brand is huge. She can afford a businessman of any level. If we talk about a unique collection, the most expensive Parker pen costs about 770 thousand rubles.
Its name is Duofold Esparto F103 Solid Gold. Exclusivity is that the case is made in gold and is handmade. The engraving is done with a laser in the style of “Esparto”. Black recesses perfectly contrast with gold, giving the pen a unique style that is characteristic of all the pens of this brand.
Upon purchase, the consumer will be presented with a gift case and documents proving the authenticity of the goods. This is truly a cult accessory that speaks of the status of its owner. And what is the most expensive pen, about which we know little, but is a universally recognized work of jewelry art? We will talk about this below.
The most expensive silver pen for 265 thousand dollars
We start the review from the seventh place, which houses the most expensive silver pen in the world, it belongs to the Swiss company Caran d'Ache. The case is executed in silver and has a hexagonal shape, and the feather part is made of white gold in 18 carats. On this pen, there are 5072 diamonds and 96 rubies. Thus, this is the only pen in the world that is decorated with precious stones all over the body.
She appeared in 1999, dedicated to the great Spanish architect Antonio Gaudi, whose work inspired the creators of the pen. The architect’s favorite mosaic formed the basis of the gemstone design. Instead of enamel and limestone - diamonds and rubies. The master takes up to 6 months to reproduce each instance.
A pen made in the Gothic style for 407 thousand dollars
In sixth place, the representative of the Swiss company again. She was also created based on her predecessor. The body of this handle is made in the form of a hexagon of silver and rhodium. The ornament of the writing accessory is presented in the form of arches of light blue color with elements of the coat of arms of diamonds in various shades. One of the most expensive pens in the world looks predatory, but restrained and in the best traditions of the Middle Ages. Each such item contains 892 diamonds, 72 emeralds and rubies. The cost of such a pen is 407 thousand dollars.
Anniversary pen, estimated at 750 thousand dollars
By their centenary, the two major jewelry houses in Germany and France came together to create their own masterpiece - the most expensive pen, which was valued at 750 thousand dollars. It belongs to the Mystery Masterpiece collection. The year of its appearance is 2006.
The pen is framed with 845 diamonds and decorated with other precious stones (sapphires, rubies), which total 20 carats. The pen is made of platinum. A white star with rounded rays crowns the top of the cap. In total, there are 9 such pens in the world.
But you can find it in 3 variations: in ruby, sapphire and emerald. In addition, each variation has its own distinctive ornaments. Thus, only 9 pens were obtained.
In appearance, the outer part of the case is absolutely smooth, but in fact, all the stones are inlaid with the special technology of the "invisible frame", patented back in 1937. The peculiarity is that all the stones are very tightly strung on thin, like threads, "rails" of gold or platinum. Until now, there are no analogues to it.
The world's most expensive fountain pen for $ 1 million
One of the famous designers of our time, Anita Tan, on New Year's Eve 2012 created the most expensive and unique fountain pen in the world with feminine grace. She was also dedicated to the significant event of the century - the parade of planets. It is from here that the origin of the name Heaven Gold Pen ("Heavenly Golden Pen") comes from. A new feminine look (not like the others) helped create an elegant gold pen decorated with many diamonds. Here gems account for 850 diamonds of 24.6 carats.
1,470 million dollars Italian pen
It would seem that a pen whose purpose is simply to write, and in addition to collecting for $ 1 million, is the limit. Surprisingly, this is not so! The Italian designer has created a collection of the most chic Aurora pens, the cost of which is close to one and a half million. They are made of platinum, covered with two thousand DeBeers diamonds and with eighteen times the tip of gold. Her appearance resembles a combination of craftsmanship and art. Very popular with sophisticated collectors.
An abundance of gems creates an incredible effect! It is impossible to take your eyes off her. Its creation takes 1 year. For this reason, its production is unique, and you can get it only once a year. A distinctive feature is the ability to purchase a pen with a signature of diamonds or even a portrait of a happy owner.
The most expensive German pen Montblanc Emerald
She is almost on par with her writing predecessor. It is estimated at one and a half million dollars. The 18-carat gold item is decorated with white gold and a pattern. The whole pen is made of platinum and encrusted with 1430 white diamonds and emeralds, as well as three rings of platinum. The cap is completed with a single star-shaped diamond.
The most expensive pen in the world
What numbers come to your mind when thinking about the most luxurious and expensive pen in the world, which takes an honorable first place?
$ 9 million is the price of the most expensive pen in the world! This is the price record reached by a writing accessory at an auction in Shanghai. It was in that amount that a jewelry called Fulgor Nocturnus was valued. Its creator was the Italian jewelry house Tibaldi.
But can a pen cost so much? Let's get it together.
First, the pen case is made of 18 carat gold plated with platinum. Secondly, the entire surface is strewn with rare black diamonds, of which there are more than 1,000 copies. On the cap itself there are no less than precious stones: 945 diamonds and 125 rubies. On the feather part is an engraved eagle, which is a symbol of the Aquila family. It is worth noting that all products from this jewelry house have this engraving.
The famous "golden section" of Leonardo Fibonacci formed the basis for creating the proportions of all parts of objects produced under the brand Tibaldi. A ratio of 1.618 between the main body and the cap is equated to divine proportion.
Well, the last and most important: it is the only one in the whole world. This is her uniqueness and exclusivity.