Visconti LE - Empire Antique Ivory Fountain Pen

A few years ago some large antique ivory tusks, were offered to Visconti from one of its dealers. Each was more than one meter in length and over twenty kilos in weight. This material was purchased during the Second World War with accompanying records clearly demonstrating its origin. In accordance with present international regulations and under the control of Cites authority, Visconti received authorization to use this material. The main problem is that ivory can be easily stained by ink and can break if exposed to heat or humidity. These problems were resolved by applying a fine coating on the ink section and with a long process of stabilization to the ivory.

In this collection, the great expertise of Visconti people is totally visible and touchable. From the first step of cutting the tusks, the stabilization, turning, polishing and assembling each process is a masterpiece. It's very difficult to work with a material sensitive to the smallest tolerance variations. Each pen is a masterpiece of precision and handcrafting expertise and every mistake means a pen less to the final amount. Unfortunately, the stock is so small that only a very limited amount of pens can be produced.

Only 38 made worldwide.

Retail Price: $7000.00 - Please contact us for availability.