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We are delighted to present the latest limited edition of exceptional writing instruments, dedicated to the art of writing and its incredibly important role in human development. These small masterpieces of craftsmanship with unparalleled and refined symbolism honor the art of writing as a means of transmitting knowledge (from Greek, sophia) and fostering human thought.
Limited collections of Montegrappa pay tribute to the modern world. Capturing the uniqueness of Italian style and serving as an unmistakable symbol of elegance is the new Montegrappa Sophia collection. All the company's values, built with passion over nearly 100 years of tradition, come together as a whole — the soul of Italy infused with style and creativity.
The cap features an reproduction of the Rosetta Stone, a script of great archaeological significance. Its surface bears text written using three different linguistic systems (hieroglyphs, pictorial script, and classical Greek). The decoration of the cap is also complemented by other symbols inspired by ancient Egyptian civilization: examples of hieroglyphs and pictorial writing, images of the Sphinx, pyramids, and the depiction of the god of knowledge, whom the ancient Egyptians attributed as the inventor of writing.
At first glance, the design of the body pays tribute to the ancient Greek pursuit of knowledge, widely celebrated in antiquity. The symbolism is inspired by the famous Raphael fresco "The School of Athens," which features philosophers: Aristotle, Plato, and the great mathematician and thinker — Pythagoras. The surface of the Limited Edition Sophia body is also enriched with images of some of the 4,000 figures representing all the alphabets of the world, whose images adorn the walls of the new Library of Alexandria.
The cap and body of these exceptional instruments are made entirely of sterling silver or yellow gold (depending on the pen version), then decorated with an extremely exclusive technique of hand hot-engraving, where applications of yellow and rose gold (or rose and white gold) beautifully highlight numerous details and hidden symbolism.
Undoubtedly, this pen will appeal to those who appreciate antique, unique design. Maintained in an exclusive style, the fountain pen is a choice for those who surround themselves with beautiful things made from luxurious materials.
Hand Engraved Montegrappa Sophia Ballpoint Pen/Silver
SKU: MNTGR-Sophia-3
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Description
We are delighted to present the latest limited edition of exceptional writing instruments, dedicated to the art of writing and its vital role in human development. These small masterpieces of craftsmanship, featuring unparalleled and refined symbolism, honor the art of writing as a means of transmitting knowledge (from Greek, sophia) and fostering human thought.
Limited collections by Montegrappa pay tribute to the contemporary world. Capturing the unique essence of Italian style and serving as an unmistakable symbol of elegance is the new Montegrappa Sophia collection. All the company's values, built with passion over nearly 100 years of tradition, come together — the soul of Italy infused with style and creativity.
The cap features an image of the Rosetta Stone, a highly significant artifact from an archaeological perspective. Its surface bears inscriptions written in three different language systems (hieroglyphs, pictorial script, and classical Greek). The decoration of the cap is complemented by other symbols inspired by ancient Egyptian civilization: examples of hieroglyphs and pictorial script, images of the Sphinx, pyramids, and the depiction of the god of knowledge, whom the ancient Egyptians believed to be the inventor of writing.
At first glance, the design of the body pays tribute to the ancient Greek pursuit of knowledge, widely celebrated in antiquity. The symbolism is inspired by Raphael's famous fresco "The School of Athens," which depicts philosophers: Aristotle, Plato, and the great mathematician and thinker — Pythagoras. The surface of the Limited Edition Sophia pen is also enriched with images of some of the 4,000 figures representing all the alphabets of the world, whose likenesses adorn the walls of the new Library of Alexandria.
The cap and body of these exceptional instruments are crafted entirely from sterling silver or yellow gold (depending on the pen version), then decorated with an extremely exclusive technique of hand hot-gilding, where applications of yellow or rose gold (or rose and white gold) beautifully highlight intricate details and hidden symbolism.
Undoubtedly, this pen will appeal to those who appreciate antique, distinctive design. Maintained in an exclusive style, this fountain pen is ideal for those who surround themselves with beautiful objects made from luxurious materials.
- Manufacturer
- Montegrappa
- Model
- Sophia
- Nib
- designed in Italy, hand hot-gilded technique
- Body
- ancient Greek design
- Material
- entirely made of sterling silver
- Limited Edition
- 1200 pieces (equivalent to the length of the Nile River)
- Refilling system
- cartridges
- Processing time
- product temporarily unavailable
- Shipping/Gift
- upon request, shipping to 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
Attributes / Details
| SKU | MNTGR-Sophia-3 |
| Manufacturer | Montegrappa |
| Model | Sophia |
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