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ALFRED
DUNHILL-NAMIKI
1996 LIMITED EDITION CRANE
& PINE TREE
(Rare. Only
200 pieces produced worldwide)
Each
superb Alfred Dunhill Namiki Limited Edition fountain pen is crafted by
hand, taking over three month to complete and involving as many as eighty
processes.
Every pen is a work of art, as the artist's signature proudly
testifies, and an example of Japan's ancient culture.These
pens bear the same designs as those of the original 1930's fountain pens,
which were in turn adapted from traditional Japanese designs.
The stylised subject, of oriental designs are natural forms, pared
down to express their essence or spirit.
There is often a symbolism attached to the subjects which explains the
appearance of the same designs again and again in Japanese works of art. The
Crane is one of The Ten Longevities symbolising all the blessings of a long
and healthy life and even immortality. This symbol is depicted together in
any combination or singularly, as the Crane in flight design on the silk
kimono. Only
200 individually numbered pens are Produced in this design.
Overview of the pen
Only the
finest nib could qualify for an Alfred Dunhill Namiki fountain pen. Hand
ground in 18K gold, this nib is tipped in iridium mined from the Northern
Japanese Island of Hokkaido. With its special hardening and protecting
qualities, iridium ensures a nib of exceptional flexibility and durability.
This, in conjunction with the most technologically advanced fountain pen
mechanism available in the world today, means these pens are characterized
by an unparalleled smoothness of writing and ink flow.
The pen
is presented in lacquered, ash wood cases with a numbered certificate of
authenticity signed by Richard Dunhill together with a crystal inkwell
specially commissioned for this collection.
Close-up of the barrel in
different orientation
Close-up of the cap
Dimensions
Total length (cap
closed) : 139 mm (5.5")
Total length with
cap posted behind the barrel : 164mm (6.5")
Barrel diameter: 12
mm (0.5")
Beautiful Cranes
Yoshida's signature
Pen is New
Solid Gold 18K nib
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