{"product_id":"1998-montegrappa-oriental-zodiac-dragon-sterling-limited-edition-fountain-pen-mint","title":"1998 MONTEGRAPPA ORIENTAL ZODIAC DRAGON STERLING LIMITED EDITION FOUNTAIN PEN MINT","description":"\u003cp\u003eFor your consideration, we are pleased to offer for sale this scarce 1998 Montegrappa Dragon Fountain Pen from the celebrated Oriental Zodiac Collection. Featuring a dramatic hand-embellished sterling silver snake overlay and fitted with an 18K solid gold Medium nib, this exceptional writing instrument remains in Mint, never-inked condition, in the original box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMontegrappa’s Oriental Zodiac Collection is a masterful homage to Chinese cultural tradition, with each of the twelve zodiac animals rendered in striking high relief across a series of limited fountain pens. These pens showcase Montegrappa’s hallmark craftsmanship, pairing hand-finished overlays with a brass piston-filling mechanism designed for both durability and refined writing performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRepresenting the fifth sign of the Chinese zodiac, the Dragon is traditionally associated with power, honor, nobility, and authority. This example is Limited Edition number 413 of only 1,998 produced. The sculptural sterling silver Dragon coils powerfully around the rich red celluloid cap and barrel, its sinuous form conveying motion, elegance, and symbolic strength—an unmistakable centerpiece in any serious Montegrappa or zodiac collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNib \u0026amp; Filling System\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFitted with an 18K solid gold Medium nib, hallmarked “18K\/750 Montegrappa”.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe iridium tipping measures approximately .82mm, consistent with a true Medium point, when measuring with digital calipers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEquipped with Montegrappa’s reliable piston filling system, tested with water, and fully functional. The pen remains never inked, preserving its pristine state for collectors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails \u0026amp; Condition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSterling silver overlay on both cap and barrel is flawless—no cracks, dents, scratches, or repairs. The overlay is hallmarked with 925.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe clip is hand-engraved and has a genuine red Carnelian clip roller.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCap threads securely to the barrel; overlay and trim retain their original brilliance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe section, the sterling silver trim band, is stamped Montegrappa with the year of production, 1998.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCap band engraved Montegrappa along with the limited edition number 413\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 5 1\/4\" capped, 6 1\/2\" posted.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 1.76 ounces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComes with inner and outer boxes and warranty card.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Dragon and the Oriental Zodiac series is regarded as one of Montegrappa’s most ambitious artistic achievements, blending mythological symbolism with exceptional craftsmanship. With its limited availability, this pen represents not just a writing instrument, but a rare collector’s masterpiece from the golden era of Montegrappa limited editions.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49126643990836,"sku":null,"price":2073.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/files\/1998MontegrappaZodiacCollectionDragonLimitedEditionFountainPen1.jpg?v=1778626570","url":"https:\/\/antiquedigger.com\/en-ca\/products\/1998-montegrappa-oriental-zodiac-dragon-sterling-limited-edition-fountain-pen-mint","provider":"Antique Digger","version":"1.0","type":"link"}