Hand Engraved Montegrappa Sophia Ballpoint Pen/Silver

We are delighted to present another limited edition of exceptional writing instruments, dedicated to the art of writing and its incredibly important role in human development. These small masterpieces of craftsmanship with unparalleled and refined symbolism honor the art of writing as a means of transmitting knowledge (from Greek, sophia) and fostering human thought.

Limited collections by Montegrappa pay tribute to the contemporary world. Capturing the uniqueness of Italian style and serving as an unmistakable symbol of elegance is the new Montegrappa Sophia collection. All the values of the brand, built with passion over nearly 100 years of tradition, come together — the soul of Italy infused with style and creativity.

The cap features an image of the Rosetta Stone, representing a script of great archaeological significance. Its surface bears text written in three different linguistic systems (hieroglyphs, pictorial script, and classical Greek). The cap decoration is also complemented by other symbols inspired by ancient Egyptian civilization: examples of hieroglyphs and pictorial writing, images of the Sphinx, pyramids, and the depiction of the god of knowledge, whom the ancient Egyptians believed to be the inventor of writing.

At first glance, the design of the body pays tribute to the ancient Greek pursuit of knowledge, widely celebrated in antiquity. The symbolism is inspired by Raphael's famous fresco "The School of Athens," where philosophers such as Aristotle, Plato, and the great mathematician and thinker Pythagoras are depicted. The surface of the Limited Edition Sophia is also enriched with images of some of the 4,000 figures representing all the alphabets of the world, whose likenesses adorn the walls of the new Library of Alexandria.

The cap and body of these exceptional instruments are made entirely of sterling silver or yellow gold (depending on the pen version), and are decorated with an extremely exclusive technique of hand hot-engraving, where applications of yellow or rose gold (or rose and white gold) beautifully highlight numerous details and hidden symbolism.

Undoubtedly, this pen will appeal to those who appreciate antique, distinctive design. Maintained in an exclusive style, the fountain pen is a choice for those who surround themselves with beautiful things made from luxurious materials.

Manufacturer

Montegrappa

Model

Sophia

Nib

designed in Italy, hand hot-engraving technique

Body

ancient Greek design

Material

entirely made of sterling silver

Limited edition

1200 pieces (the length of the Nile Valley)

Refilling system

cartridges

Processing time

product temporarily unavailable

Shipping/Gift

upon request, shipping to specified address in elegant gift packaging, with the option to include a card with a dedication or wishes

Engraving/Embossing

upon request, engraving or embossing of any text, dedication, or initials