Parker Duofold Centenial Mosaic Black

This collection represents a truly unique offering, sourced directly from the personal archives of a former CEO of Parker Waterman USA. As such, it presents an extraordinary opportunity to acquire writing instruments with significant historical and developmental value. Notably, the collection includes several prototype pens, providing a rare glimpse into the innovative design processes and experimental craftsmanship inherent in the creation of these iconic brands. These prototypes, all confirmed to be in working order, offer a fascinating perspective on the evolution of pen technology and aesthetics, making this a highly desirable acquisition for discerning collectors and enthusiasts.The Parker Duofold collection offers a refined writing experience, characterized by the harmonious interplay of contrasting design elements. The pens are crafted with lustrous cast acrylics, complemented by accents of gold and platinum, or sophisticated velvet black and pearl finishes.Each pen features an 18k solid gold nib with a rhodium highlight and a hand-polished platinum alloy point, engineered for smooth ink flow. This Pen has a medium nib.The Duofold Black Mosaic, the third in Parkers Mosaic limited production series, is considered a particularly aesthetically pleasing and popular model. The Mosaic pens are created through a meticulous process of assembling strips of differently colored cast acrylic, which are then diffusion-bonded to form a solid block. The pen components are precision-machined and polished from this block.Platinum trim is used to provide subtle accents, enhancing the artistic creativity of the design and resulting in a pen of exceptional beauty and sophistication.