For your consideration, we are pleased to offer for sale this elegant Circa 1974–1976 Lady Sheaffer Fountain Pen in the coveted Chevron Chrome and Gold plate pattern, model 923, fitted with a 14K Medium nib and presented in Never Inked, Mint condition.
Introduced during the late 1950s, the Lady Sheaffer collection represented Sheaffer's answer to the growing demand for luxury writing instruments designed with both fashion and function in mind. Inspired by fine jewelry and the era's sophisticated styling, Lady Sheaffer pens were marketed as elegant personal accessories while retaining the writing quality and craftsmanship that had made Sheaffer one of America's premier pen manufacturers. Today, these pens are increasingly appreciated by collectors for their distinctive designs, precious metal finishes, and excellent gold nibs.
This particular example features the highly attractive Chevron pattern, a finely engraved geometric design that beautifully captures and reflects light across the surface of the pen. The intricate pattern creates a sense of depth and texture while maintaining the refined elegance that defined the Lady Sheaffer line. Accented by gold-filled trim and the iconic White Dot of quality, the pen presents with a sophisticated appearance that remains timeless nearly fifty years after its introduction.
The cap secures firmly to the barrel via a friction fit, and may be posted while writing if desired. The pen measures approximately 5 1/4 inches capped, 5 5/8 inches posted, and weighs .67 ounces, providing an exceptionally comfortable and well-balanced writing experience.
This Lady Sheaffer utilizes a cartridge/converter filling system, offering the convenience of modern fountain pen operation while allowing the use of bottled ink through a converter or Sheaffer ink cartridges. The system remains clean and unused, preserving the pen's untouched collector-grade status. The fountain pen comes with an update modern squeeze converter and works as it should in my tests with water.
Fitted with a 14K gold Medium nib, the pen was designed to deliver the smooth, dependable writing performance for which Sheaffer became renowned. The nib remains in pristine condition and has never been inked or dip tested, ensuring that the next owner will enjoy the privilege of its first use.
The cap, barrel, trim, and nib are exceptionally well preserved with no dents, dings, cracks, repairs, scratches, or signs of use. The Chevron pattern remains crisp and beautifully defined, while the gold-filled appointments retain their original brilliance throughout.
As collectors continue to rediscover the quality and styling of Sheaffer's 1970s production, premium Lady Sheaffer models fitted with solid gold nibs have become increasingly desirable. Finding a genuine Never Inked example in Mint condition is becoming exceptionally difficult, particularly in one of the more attractive engraved patterns such as this Chevron Chrome and Gold plate example!
An outstanding opportunity to acquire a beautiful Lady Sheaffer fountain pen in untouched collector-grade condition—combining elegant 1970s styling, a smooth 14K gold nib, and exceptional preservation in one of Sheaffer's most refined writing instruments.
