For your consideration, we are offering for sale this 2002 S.T. DUPONT Statue of Liberty Limited Edition 180 of 350 fountain pen fitted with an 18K gold Medium Nib. The fountain pen has never seen ink and comes with the original S.T. Dupont literature, warranty cards, S.T. Dupont box, ink cartridges, and pen sleeve. I consider this S.T. Dupont Statue of Liberty Limited Edition Fountain Pen in Never Inked, Mint, New Old Stock Condition.
The Statue of Liberty, a towering symbol of freedom and democracy, was gifted to the United States by France in 1886 to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the American Declaration of Independence and to honor the enduring friendship between the two nations.
Designed by French sculptor Frédéric Auguste Bartholdi, with the internal metal structure engineered by Alexandre Gustave Eiffel, the statue was completed in July 1884 by a skilled French team. After being carefully disassembled into 350 individual parts, it was shipped aboard the French frigate Isère and transported to New York. The pedestal, constructed by the Americans, was completed in April 1886, and the Statue of Liberty was officially inaugurated on October 28 of that year before a crowd of thousands. It would later be designated a National Monument on October 15, 1924.
While originally conceived as a symbol of international camaraderie, the statue evolved into a powerful global emblem of liberty and human freedom.
In tribute to this historic monument, S.T. Dupont has created a remarkable special edition collection that celebrates the legacy of Franco-American friendship. This limited edition design showcases refined guilloché engraving that offers a modern, graphic interpretation of the statue. The Chinese lacquer finish, reminiscent of the statue’s iconic verdigris patina, contrasts strikingly with the brilliance of platinum accents—capturing both the spirit and grandeur of the Statue of Liberty in an exquisite writing instrument.
This fountain pen is based on the Olympio XL fountain pen, and the cap and barrel are in magnificent condition with no dings, dents, enamel loss, repairs, or damage, with the cap always securing tightly to the barrel via a friction fit. The clip is stamped with, "Made in France with the Limited Edition number "180/350 USA". The top of the cap banding is stamped with, "pL LAQUE DE CHINE" and the barrel banding displays, "S.T. DuPont Paris.". There are no monograms or personalizations on the cap or barrel. This S.T. Dupont Fountain Pen measures 5 3/4" in length capped and 5 7/8" posted. The diameter around the cap band measures 15.58mm, and the pen weighs 2.09 ounces.
The fountain pen will use an ink converter or cartridges. This fountain pen comes with an ink converter and works as designed in my tests with water.
The NIB is an 18K/750 type with a medium point. The actual fountain pen tipping/iridium measures .78mm when measured using digital calipers. This pen was never inked nor did I ink it, only to keep it in New Old Stock condition for the new collector. These S.T. Dupont nibs are typically known for their incredibly smooth writing - I am sure this one will not disappoint.
The fountain pen comes with the original box, warranty card, and S.T. DuPont literature. The packaging is in Mint condition with absolutely no wear - just like it left the factory!
S.T. Dupont fountain pens are regarded among the finest writing instruments in the world, celebrated for their exceptional craftsmanship and timeless elegance. The Statue of Liberty Limited Edition is a true testament to this legacy—an exquisite work of art that reflects the precision and artistry for which S.T. Dupont is renowned. This particular piece remains in mint, never-inked condition, with both the pen and its original packaging preserved exactly as they would have arrived from the factory. A stunning example of design and heritage, it is sure to become a standout in any discerning writing collection.
