{"product_id":"rare-1947-parker-51-solid-14k-gold-heirloom-4-circle-ring-cap-fountain-pen-restored","title":"RARE 1947 PARKER 51 SOLID 14K GOLD HEIRLOOM 4 CIRCLE RING CAP FOUNTAIN PEN RESTORED","description":"\u003cp\u003eFor your consideration, we are pleased to offer this exceptionally rare 1947 Parker 51 Vacumatic Fountain Pen featuring the coveted 14K solid gold Heirloom cap with the distinctive Four Circular Ring pattern, paired with a handsome Jet Black Celluloid barrel. This remarkable example has been thoroughly disassembled, ultrasonically cleaned, serviced, and reassembled. The Vacumatic filling system has been restored, and the pen is now in excellent working order, delivering the smooth writing performance expected of a properly restored Parker 51.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Parker 51 features a correct 14K solid gold Heirloom cap, 14K solid gold straight-arrow clip, and 14K solid gold blind cap tassie. The distinctive Four Circular Ring pattern was introduced in 1947 on the Parker 51 Vacumatic, making it an important detail in identifying this transitional configuration. Unlike the blue-diamond clip found on earlier examples, the straight-arrow clip is correct for this transitional Heirloom cap. These caps are exceptionally elusive on the open market and highly coveted by knowledgeable Parker collectors. In my experience, I have encountered only two examples of this particular cap, and this is the first one I have owned. I have owned more Empire and Fish Scale Parker 51 caps than examples of this scarce variation. This cap is consistent with a 1947 second-quarter-or-later Vacumatic-era Parker 51, during the transition toward the Aerometric models introduced in 1948, making it a particularly noteworthy and rarely encountered collector's piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pen has received a comprehensive restoration, including ultrasonic cleaning of the 14K gold nib, feed, collector, hood, and breather tube. The original rubber diaphragm has been replaced with a new one, restoring the Vacumatic filling mechanism and preparing the pen for continued use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fountain pen measures approximately 5 3\/8 inches capped, 6 inches posted, and weighs .77 ounces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fountain pen's cap, barrel, and hood are in Near Mint condition, with no chips, cracks, or repairs. The 14K solid gold Heirloom Four Circular Ring cap is exceptional, exhibiting no dings, dents, or scratches. The barrel is equally impressive, with a clean, well-preserved surface free of damage, nicks, scratches, or repairs. The plastic pearlized jewels retain an attractive, high-gloss appearance, and the clutch ring retains its gold-wash centering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Heirloom cap is stamped “14K GOLD MADE IN U.S.A.”, while the barrel is marked “PARKER 51 MADE IN THE U.S.A.” and bears the date code 7, indicating 1947, with the second-quarter configuration. The cap lip is stamped “PARKER.” Importantly, the barrel is free of monograms or personalizations, preserving its clean presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Vacumatic filling system has been completely restored and operates as intended. During water testing, approximately 8–12 presses of the filling mechanism will nearly fill the reservoir, demonstrating effective operation and making this a fully functional example rather than simply a display piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pen is fitted with a 14K gold Parker nib with a Broad designation. The tipping measures approximately 0.92 mm when measured with digital calipers. In actual writing, the nib produces a line measuring approximately 0.60–0.87 mm, depending on writing conditions and pressure. It is an exceptionally smooth, wet writer, offering a pleasurable writing experience that complements the pen's remarkable collector appeal. The accompanying writing sample was produced using this exact pen, with the nib dipped into Faber-Castell Cobalt Blue ink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Parker 51, distinguished by its extraordinary 14K solid gold Heirloom Four Circular Ring cap, is a truly special find. The combination of the scarce gold cap, correct transitional details, outstanding cosmetic condition, restored Vacumatic filling system, and excellent writing performance makes it a particularly desirable acquisition for the serious Parker collector.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI would classify this example as Near Mint to Near Mint+ condition. The Heirloom Four Circular Ring cap is the star of this pen, and its rarity makes this a piece that may not come along again anytime soon. Whether preserved as a centerpiece in a distinguished Parker collection or enjoyed as a superb vintage writing instrument, this remarkable 1947 Parker 51 represents the very best of mid-century American pen design—a genuine holy-grail-level discovery for the dedicated Parker 51 enthusiast.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49340742500660,"sku":null,"price":4565.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/files\/1947Parker51Vacumatic14KHeirloom4CircleRingCapFountainPen1.jpg?v=1792531502","url":"https:\/\/antiquedigger.com\/en-ca\/products\/rare-1947-parker-51-solid-14k-gold-heirloom-4-circle-ring-cap-fountain-pen-restored","provider":"Antique Digger","version":"1.0","type":"link"}