Kid Approved Never Inked 1997 Montegrappa Aphrodite Sterling Silver Limited Edition 305/1912 Fountain Pen Boxed Complete Set [DcvL1hSK]

For your consideration, we are pleased to offer for sale is this 1997 Montegrappa Aphrodite Limited Edition Fountain Pen, No. 305 of 1,912, featuring an 18K Medium gold nib. This exquisite writing instrument is presented in Mint, Never-Inked condition, complete with its original clamshell display box, Montegrappa booklet, certificate of authenticity, and plastic pen sleeve.

Crafted to honor the mythic beauty and love story of Aphrodite and Adonis, the Aphrodite Limited Edition is a masterwork of Italian craftsmanship. The cap and barrel are made of luxurious black ebonite, overlaid with an extraordinary high-relief sterling silver design. The overlay depicts the figures of Aphrodite and Adonis in intricate, sculptural detail, featuring elements such as bark, leaves, and skin textures rendered with exceptional depth and precision.

Adding to its opulence, the pen is adorned with mother-of-pearl inlays and two pearl cabochons—one set at the end of the clip and another at the base of the female figure. These delicate accents, combined with the brilliant sterling silver (hallmarked “925” on both cap and barrel), create a striking visual contrast against the deep black ebonite.

The pen is fitted with an 18K solid gold Medium nib, hallmarked “18K/750 MONTEGRAPPA,” and equipped with a piston filling system, renowned for its reliability and ink capacity. The nib's iridium tipping measures approximately 0.80mm, consistent with its Medium designation. While the piston mechanism has been water-tested for functionality, the pen has never been inked—a deliberate choice to preserve its pristine condition for the discerning collector.

Other fine details include:

• The sterling silver cap and barrel are in flawless condition—free from cracks, nicks, dents, or scratches.
• The cap threads securely to the barrel.
• The inside section band bears the Montegrappa name and the year of production, 1997.
• Limited Edition number “305/1912” is engraved at the base of the barrel.
• Dimensions: 5 5/8" capped, 6 7/8" posted, and weighs 3.65 ounces.

This pen stands among Montegrappa’s most artistically ambitious creations, embodying both technical excellence and symbolic richness. A showpiece of mythology and craftsmanship, the Aphrodite is a rare treasure worthy of any serious collection—and a highlight in the history of Montegrappa's limited editions!