{"product_id":"circa-1985-cross-century-18k-solid-gold-ballpoint-pen-pencil-set-mint","title":"RARE CIRCA 1985 CROSS CENTURY 18K SOLID GOLD BALLPOINT PEN \u0026 PENCIL SET MINT","description":"\u003cp\u003eFor your consideration, we are pleased to offer for sale this Rare Circa 1985 Cross Century Ballpoint Pen \u0026amp; Pencil Set, crafted in solid 18K yellow gold. This exceptional set remains Mint Condition, never used, preserved in remarkable condition, and represents a superb example of Cross’s finest solid gold writing instruments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e*NOTE: Any black lines you see on the pen or pencil are reflections of my camera bouncing back onto the gold. The finish is perfect and polished brightly! The previous owner told me he purchased this between 1983 to 1985, this is why I say the set is from Circa 1985.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth the ballpoint pen and matching mechanical pencil present beautifully. The caps and barrels are immaculate, free from dents, dings, scratches, or repairs. Each piece is fitted with the correct 18K solid gold Cross clip, and the surfaces display a rich, mirror-like polish that highlights the understated luxury of solid gold. The cap tops are crisply stamped “CROSS 750 GOLD with the AT CROSS Logo”, and there are no monograms or personal engravings, preserving the set’s original collector integrity. A refined linear repeating two-line pattern encircles both instruments, adding subtle texture and visual interest to the otherwise clean, classic design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach piece measures approximately 5 1\/4 inches in length and weigh a total of 1.37 ounces, offering the timeless proportions and balanced feel for which the Cross Century line is well known.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ballpoint pen is fitted with a working black medium refill, ready for use, while the mechanical pencil contains 0.5mm lead and retains its unused original eraser. Both instruments feature Cross’s reliable twist-activation mechanism, operating smoothly—simply rotate the cap to extend or retract the writing point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe set is housed in its Cross presentation box, which remains structurally sound with a clean interior and pen\/pencil cloth pouches. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSolid 18K gold Cross Century sets in this condition are extremely difficult to locate. This 18K gold ballpoint and pencil ensemble represents a collector-grade offering—a refined expression of classic Cross design and craftsmanship. Whether preserved as part of a distinguished collection or enjoyed as a daily writing companion, it is a timeless set that embodies both elegance and enduring value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Antique Digger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49080059724084,"sku":null,"price":4200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1862\/4123\/files\/1985Cross18KSolidGoldBallpointandPencilSet1.jpg?v=1775499397","url":"https:\/\/antiquedigger.com\/products\/circa-1985-cross-century-18k-solid-gold-ballpoint-pen-pencil-set-mint","provider":"Antique Digger","version":"1.0","type":"link"}