The Conklin Pen Company® was established in 1898 during the
golden era of fountain pens, and is still regarded as one of the most prominent
pen manufacturers today.
Art Deco
Deco, a
design era that began in the mid-1920’s, at the height of Conklin’s® fountain pen business, was a large influence on the modern
art world from architecture to fashion. Conklin® pens were
no exception, as they were a significant contribution to the creative new age.
Conklin’s ®
new Endura Deco Crest is the ideal revival of that exciting period.
Filigree/Overlay
From 1660 to the late 19th
century filigree was
ornamental work made with grains or
beads. It was very popular in Italy, France and Portugal as well as India
and Asia. Today filigree/overlay is a form of intricate metalwork usually of fine wire of gold, silver, copper
or metal, and is used to decorate various surfaces. Filigree can be applied to
any ornamental openwork of delicate or intricate design. The beauty of filigree
craftsmanship is undeniable.
The Conklin® Deco Crest™ Collection:
The first Deco Crest™ pens were manufactured by Conklin Pen Company® back in 1905. Through the
years the Deco Crest™ kept
its place in Conklin’s®
collection by virtue of its beauty and durability.
The
Conklin Deco Crest is available as a fountain pen or ballpoint, in either solid
925% sterling silver overlay or rose gold vermeil over silver.
Both
are made in Florence, Italy, by the hands of the descendants of the artisans
that made Florence the artistic center of the Renaissance. Added to this design
of the filigree overlay is the beveled edge and gravure workmanship carved into
the metal.
The
fountain pen measures 5-3/8" capped, 6-1/2" posted and 4-7/8"
with cap held aside. Although an overlay pen, the overlay is quite thin and
light, so writing with the cap posted is not an issue.
The
18-karat nib, made by the finest nib maker, has the markings of Conklin nibs
with the addition of a two-tone gold and silver design on the top and is available and Fine sizes.
The
Conklin Deco Crest series is available as a Limited Edition of 98 silver
fountain pens. Number on the pen is 28/98.
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