Élysée Dragon Pen Special Edition 1998-1999
Nib: Gold Plated XF
Year Of The Dragon
The final Élysée Special Edition pen is named for the mystical image of the Chinese dragon executed in gold on a black lacquer background. The Dragon Pen Special Edition was introduced in the April, 1998 Élysée catalog. The edition celebrates the coming 2000 Year of the Dragon on the Chinese calendar.
This pen, unlike the previous Élysée Limited Editions, which were based on the excellent Parthenon series, the Dragon is based on a modification of the Parthenon design that appears as the Laque Fine Line model in the 1998 catalog. By 1998, when the Dragon Pen was introduced, Élysée had dropped the distinctive four prongs from the sides of the clip across all models. This change gives the base pen a sleeker look, which the Dragon Pen's black lacquer finish picks up strongly.
Cartridge / Converter
Condition: Excellent, pre-owned. There are no major imperfections to note: No chips cracks or engravings or any signs of faults or major surface ware. Original box. No pamphlet.