Decorated Silver + Resin Alchemist Ballpoint Pen

In 1986, Brazilian writer Paulo Coelho undertook a pilgrimage to Santiago de Compostela. This event inspired him to write the novel "The Pilgrimage." The following year, he wrote and published the novel "The Alchemist," which became a worldwide bestseller. An apparently simple story about a shepherd seeking happiness, it takes the form of a travel adventure.

Inspired by the Brazilian author Paulo Coelho's novel, Italian manufacturer Montegrappa created a fountain pen: “Alchemist.” The collection was officially launched in Bassano del Grappa on Saint Joseph’s Day, March 19, 2012.
When the pen was first presented to the author, Paulo remarked in his review: “I am impressed by the immense power of this pen.” The pen is heavy, not only in weight but also in the message and symbols that occupy the entire body of the pen.

This true work of art is a joy for the soul and the eye. The Alchemist represents the four elements: air, fire, earth, and water. Only 125 pieces of the fountain pen represent each element. Montegrappa has created an extraordinarily beautiful pen with a very expressive structure. The design of the pen embodies the spiritual essence of the novel. This pen makes a remarkable impression, and the craftsmanship and precision in reproducing its details place it, in our opinion, among the most beautiful pens of the last few years! The body is a symbolic representation of the universe concept from "The Alchemist," where the central ring with the sun separates the sky from the lower parts. The wheels represent the seven alchemical processes, and the names of the seven cosmic elements are engraved on the casing. On the pyramid, there is a fragment of each metal. The tip of the pen is decorated with a "Divine Eye" looking down on the earth.

The Alchemist edition includes a total of 1987 pieces of fountain and ballpoint pens to commemorate the year of the novel's first publication. 71 pieces of the Solid Gold edition (38 fountain pens and 33 ballpoints) — representing the number of languages into which the novel has been translated.
900 pieces of the Sterling Silver/Resin edition (450 fountain pens and 450 ballpoints) — the number of copies of the first edition.
1000 pieces of the Sterling Silver/Enamel edition symbolizing the four elements — earth, water, air, and fire (125 of each fountain pen and ballpoint). 16 pieces of the Gold/Diamond edition.
"I experienced the immense power of the written word. I was able to reach the thoughts and hearts of millions of people. Alchemists were pioneers in chemistry, biology, and metallurgy. Montegrappa is an alchemist in the field of writing instruments. The Alchemist pen will be a milestone in the history of these instruments" — Paulo Coelho.  The pen is simply brilliant!

Manufacturer

Montegrappa

Model

Alchemist Resin & Sterling Silver Rollerball Pen

Nib

made of silver, engraved with a peacock, as it was believed that its feathers represent the cosmos illuminated by the sun

Body

body and cap made of silver coated with resin

Limited Edition

450 pieces — number of first edition copies

Processing Time

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Shipping/Gift

upon request, shipping to a specified address in an elegant gift box, with the option to include a card with a dedication or wishes

Engraving/Embossing

upon request, engraving or embossing of any text, dedication, or initials