This is a barely used Parker 51 Special Edition fountain pen with box, converter, and two ink cartridges. It is an exceptionally nice example of this pen -- it may only need to be polished. This is a collector's item as well as a good pen. In 2002 Parker reintroduced the famed Parker "51" as a Special Edition. The retail price was $350.00.The pen was available in two colors, Vista Blue and Black. The caps had the famous Empire Design done in Sterling Silver with a reproduction of the venerable Blue Diamond clip. The Vista Blue was only available in all Sterling Silver, while the black pen only came with Gold Vermeil Sterling Cap. The filler was the standard cartridge or converter. The nib was 14k, available only in medium or fine. This edition has become very hard to find and as a result the prices have increased dramaticaly over the past 14 years since it was first introduced.
The most famous Parker ever was brought back to life in one of its rarest finishes -- the Empire State etched cap, evoking the nostalgia and love for New York and the Empire State. The Parker 51 Special Edition features the latest in fountain pen technology.
The Parker 51 Special Edition features an 18K gold hooded nib and hand polished platinum alloy point for smooth writing.The nib is a Medium. Inside is a twist piston covertor for bottled ink and two ink cartridges are included. The cap features the Blue Diamond Empire State design and the clip features Parker's original blue diamond insignia as well as the standard arrow design. The vista blue barrel and with all white metal cap in Empire state design are highlighted by 23K gold plated clip and trim. It is a smooth writer.
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