Product Description
Type Limited edition fountain pen, produced in a quantity of 3500. Includes elaborate presentation box/suitcase with paperwork.
Product Name Norman Rockwell Limited Edition. The pen is marked 0981/3500.
Manufacturer and Year Parker, UK -- 1996 (in addition to knowing when this edition was released, the pen has a date code of IY, which corresponds with the third quarter of 1996).
Length 5-3/8"
Filling System Cartridge or converter filled. A few cartridges are included in the case, and a converter is installed.
Color Black and pearl acrylic in a swirly pattern that is unique to the Rockwell pens. 18k gold trim - according to the included booklet, all of the trim rings are solid 18k gold, as is the medallion on the top of the cap. The Norman Rockwell hallmark has been applied to the center trim ring.
Nib MEDIUM 18k nib. Smooth and bouncy.
Condition Excellent condition, near mint. There are some signs of light usage on the pen. No cracks or scratches. The leather box has some small marks on the outer surface, but it's been well cared for and overall looks fantastic. The interior of the box is also in near mint condition.
Included in this special Rockwell edition are a leather artist's case, wooden pen box, portfolio with 4 numbered prints, Rockwell booklet, and certificate. The prints are reproductions of illustrations that Rockwell created for Parker, and all four were featured as advertisements in the Saturday Evening Post. They are numbered 981/3500, matching the pen's serial number. As far as we can tell, all of the material that was originally included in this elaborate package is present. There is also a flannel storage bag present.
Please note that the packaging and accessories are really heavy - about 8 pounds. The leather case measures 10" x 13.5" x 4.5".
