Catalogue
Writing accessories, collection of Montblanc, Parker and Waterman fountain pen inks, Assorted fountain pen inks and writing accessories, including Montblanc Mystery Black (60ml), Montblanc William Shakespeare Velvet Red (35ml), both reportedly unused, together with additional partially used Montblanc inks, Waterman Encre and Bleu-Noir inks, Parker black writing ink and Parker Quink Royal Blue washable ink, the latter empty. Several retaining original cardboard packaging, including the illustrated William Shakespeare presentation box. Accompanied by a black leather carrying case fitted for three pens and other associated writing accessories. With general handling and storage wear to bottles, labels and packaging. Montblanc Mystery Black and William Shakespeare Velvet Red reportedly unused; remaining inks partially used, except Parker Quink bottle, which is empty. Contents not independently verified or tested for suitability for use. Leather pen case showing light wear. Mixed condition (9 ink bottles, 1 pen case.)
Estimate $50
Writing instruments, collection of seven pens in wooden display chest, A collection of seven assorted writing instruments, including silver-coloured and gilt-coloured metal-bodied ballpoint pens, a bronze-coloured pen with promotional inscription, a grey-green pen with rose gold-coloured fittings, and a black marbled pen with gilt fittings, housed in a rectangular dark wood-finish display chest with glazed hinged lid, burgundy velvet-like fitted interior, individual pen compartments, lower storage drawer, gold-coloured knobs and purple felt-covered underside. Manufacturers and writing mechanisms not fully identified. Fine to very fine overall, pens showing varying degrees of surface scratches, handling marks and wear. Writing mechanisms and ink supplies untested. Display chest with minor handling and storage wear. (7 Pens, 1 Chest)
Estimate $150
Collection of Three Ballpoint Pens, Comprising M'art, woodgrain-finish ballpoint pen with silver-coloured fittings and twist-action mechanism, in matching tan leather pouch (35.7g); Giuliano Mazzuoli, Italian-made brown faceted ballpoint pen with silver-coloured fittings and detachable screw cap, in dark brown leather sleeve (32.4g); and Omega, black promotional ballpoint pen with silver-coloured fittings, twist-action mechanism, Omega logo on barrel and UMA manufacturer's mark on clip, in white Omega presentation box with accompanying wristwatch-shaped badge (45.7g). Extremely fine overall, minor surface marks and handling wear, leather cases and presentation box showing slight wear. Writing functions untested. (3)
Estimate $130
Caran d'Ache Chevron Gilded Pen, Swiss-made ballpoint pen featuring 18ct gold plated hexagonal body, silent-push button mechanism with CdA logo, adorned with lavish inverted V-shapes on all six sides of the body. Very fine.
Estimate $300
Writing Instruments, a collection of four modern novelty and fountain pens with presentation cases, Comprising a cigar-shaped ballpoint pen with brown textured finish and gilt-coloured fittings; an Executive Vibe fountain pen with marbled brown and cream barrel, gilt-coloured fittings, piston-filling mechanism and original presentation box; an unidentified black resin-effect writing instrument with silver-coloured fittings, fine pale-blue writing tip, detachable retractable component and geometric monogram to cap finial; and an unmarked bamboo-patterned pen with black finish and gilt-coloured fittings. Accompanied by a brown leather-effect folding pen pouch with individual holders, pale-coloured interior and press-stud fastening, together with a black rectangular presentation box. Minor surface wear and handling marks to writing instruments. Executive Vibe piston-filling mechanism tested and functioning; writing performance otherwise untested. Pen pouch and presentation box showing minor handling and storage wear. Fine to extremely fine (4)
Estimate $100
Montblanc, Burgundy Ballpoint Pen, Burgundy-coloured ballpoint pen with twist-action mechanism, gold-coloured serpent-form pocket clip, decorative cap bands and red cap-top emblem with white Montblanc star. Barrel marked MONTBLANC, accompanied by fitted Montblanc presentation case, outer cardboard box, Mystery Black refill packaging and Montblanc International Service Certificate bearing the stamp of Perri Jewellers, Sydney. Authenticated by D. G. L. Worland. Weight 35.3g. Extremely fine, minor surface marks from handling, presentation case and outer packaging showing some wear. Twist mechanism operating smoothly; writing performance tested.
Estimate $100
Montblanc, Patron of Art Alexander the Great Limited Edition Fountain Pen, 1998, Germany, limited edition numbered 0051/4810, black marbled lacquer barrel with gold-coloured veining, gold-plated fluted screw cap with black enamel decoration inspired by classical Greek ornament, decorative Greek-key bands, 18ct gold nib engraved with the ram's head emblem of Ammon, piston-filling mechanism, weight 58.0g.
Accompanied by original fitted wooden presentation case with numbered plaque, outer packaging, International Service Certificate, limited edition literature and associated ephemera, including historical research material, a contemporary Fountain Pen Hospital advertisement, photograph of classical architectural ornament, and publications bearing the bookplate of D. G. L. Worland.
Also included is a separate rectangular case containing an assortment of stationery accessories, pen refills, ink-related supplies and associated packaging, including items bearing the names Montblanc, Cartier, Parker and Giuliano Mazzuoli, together with stationery retailer's cards and other miscellaneous writing accessories.
D. G. L. Worland was a devoted student of Alexander the Great, whose life and historical legacy formed a particular focus of his research and lectures. The accompanying archive reflects Worland's personal interest in the historical and artistic influences behind this limited edition pen.
A contemporary American advertisement retained by Worland, dated 1997, lists the Alexander the Great limited edition fountain pen at US$2,100, providing a period indication of its original retail asking price. Minor handling marks. Screw cap and piston-filling mechanism operating; pen tested and writing satisfactorily. Date of last cleaning or servicing unknown. Nib width not determined. Presentation case, stationery accessories and accompanying literature with varying degrees of handling and storage wear. Additional stationery contents not individually tested. Extremely fine
Estimate $1,000
Montblanc Meisterstück, three burgundy writing instruments with leather case, Three Montblanc Meisterstück writing instruments in burgundy-coloured resin with gold-coloured fittings, comprising two retractable ballpoint pens (30g each) and one screw-cap rollerball pen (35g). Each with Montblanc white star emblem to terminal and manufacturer's inscription to cap band. Combined weight 95g, excluding case. Accompanied by a matching dark burgundy leather three-pen carrying case with Montblanc emblem to front. Extremely fine appearance, minor surface marks and signs of handling. All three pens tested and confirmed functional, with working mechanisms and ink delivery. Leather case showing minor wear. (3 pens, with leather case.)
Estimate $350
Omega, 150th Anniversary Presentation Pen, Commemorative ballpoint pen, attributed to Omega's 150th anniversary (1848–1998), with polished black barrel, longitudinally fluted silver-coloured cap, matching tapered nose and silver-coloured pocket clip, accompanied by tan leather presentation pouch bearing anniversary inscription (53.4g). Extremely fine, minor surface marks and handling wear, leather pouch showing light wear.
Estimate $100
Parker Duofold, matching fountain pen and ballpoint pen set, Orange-red fountain pen and matching ballpoint pen, with black terminals and gold-coloured fittings, Parker arrow clips and Duofold emblems to cap ends, circa 1990s. Fountain pen with screw-fitting cap and gold-coloured nib (30.4g); matching ballpoint pen (28.9g). Combined weight 59.3g. Housed in fitted wooden Parker Duofold presentation case with dark lining, gilt manufacturer's emblem and royal warrant insignia. Extremely fine appearance, minor handling marks. Fountain pen nib appears intact; writing and filling mechanisms untested. Ballpoint writing mechanism untested. Presentation case with minor surface wear. (2 pens, with presentation case.)
Estimate $250