AUCTION | Internet live
Wednesday 1 October 2025, from 2.30 p.m. (lots 1-295)
VIEWING | Torino, via Cavour 17
By appointment only, Monday 29 and Tuesday 30 September
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IMPORTANT NOTICES
Fountain pens, pens, and other writing instruments, as well as lighters, are sold "as is," in the condition in which they are found, with no guarantee regarding their functionality, completeness, or the authenticity of consumable materials (cartridges, flints, ink reservoirs, etc.).
No tests have been conducted to verify their proper functioning.
Lots may be viewed by appointment, or additional photographs and a condition report may be requested prior to participating in the auction.
Fountain pens described in the catalog as "uninked," while appearing unused, may show defects or alterations due to age, particularly in models with rubber ink sacs. Therefore, Aste Bolaffi does not guarantee the condition or functionality of such items.
Some components may have been replaced over time and may not be original; any discrepancies will only be reported if clearly evident during cataloging.
Lots may require the replacement of cartridges or refills, which is the responsibility of the buyer. In any case, compatibility with cartridges, refills, or fuels currently on the market is not guaranteed.
In particular, lighters may require maintenance, such as the replacement of flints, seals, or other consumable parts.
The catalog and online images do not always clearly show the aesthetic condition of the lot; signs of age, scratches, microcracks, or discoloration may not be visible in photographs. We therefore strongly recommend requesting a condition report for a more accurate assessment.
WATERMAN LOT OF TEN FOUNTAIN PENS
Black ebonite, smooth or engine-turned, two examples with bands in 18K and 9K gold; five lever-fill, two safety, two eyedropper-fill and one coin-fill. Models: 12 VPSF, –, 52, 52 1/2, 52, 56, 12 1/2, 18, 12SF, 22.
Accessories:
Starting price: € 500 | Sold for : € 800
WATERMAN LOT OF SEVEN FOUNTAIN PENS
Gold-filled and black ebonite, including one in ripple red ebonite, with various decorations and engravings. One specimen in 18K gold, personalized “Manerbio” and dated April 18, 1927 (in Roman numerals). Signed gold nibs; five
Starting price: € 500 | Sold for : € 650
WATERMAN IDEAL PATRICIAN LOT OF TWO FOUNTAIN PENS AND A MECHANICAL PENCIL
Signed gold nib, presumably size F and EF, lever-filler, respectively moss agate-colored and nacre celluloid.
Accessories: –
Note: inked; lever filler sac to replace.
Starting price: € 100 | Sold for : € 550
WATERMAN CARDINAL RED FOUNTAIN PEN
Signed gold nib, n. 2, presumably EF size, lever filler, orange ebonite body, n. 52 engraved on barrel end.
Length: 13.5 cm
Accessories: –
Note: inked.
Starting price: € 100 | Sold for : € 275
WATERMAN IDEAL SILVER FOUNTAIN PEN
Signed gold nib, eyedropper filler, red ebonite, openwork sterling silver decoration.
Length: 12 cm
Accessories: –
Note: inked, damaged nib.
Starting price: € 100 | Sold for : € 800
WATERMAN MOTHER OF PEARL FOUNTAIN PEN
Signed nib, eyedropper filler.
Gilt embossed decoration, mother of pearl, ebonite.
Length: 13.7 cm
Accessories: –
Note: to be inspected.
Starting price: € 150 | Sold for : € 200
WATERMAN IDEAL EBONITE AND GOLD FOUNTAIN PEN
Signed gold nib, presumably F size, eyedropper filling, black ebonite barrel, n. 14 engraved on the end cap, 14K gold clip and cap band adorned with the Templar seal: “In Hoc Signo Vinces” with cross and crown.
Length: 13.3
Starting price: € 100 | Sold for : € 200
WATERMAN IDEAL EBONITE AND GOLD FOUNTAIN PEN
Signed gold nib, n. 8, presumably M size, lever filling, black ebonite, n. 58 engraved on the end cap, 14K gold clip and cap band.
Engraved on the band: “The Travelers, convention of officers, 1926 leaders clubs, Quebec
Starting price: € 100 | Sold for : € 600
WATERMAN IDEAL JUMBO FOUNTAIN PEN
Signed gold n. 10 nib, eyedropper filling, chased ebonite barrel, Clip-Cap clip.
Length: 16.2 cm
Accessories: –
Note: inked.
Starting price: € 200 | Sold for : € 950
WATERMAN IDEAL FOUNTAIN PEN
Signed gold nib, presumably M size, eyedropper filling, gold-rolled with bark-effect and raised twisted garland decoration embellished with small stones.
Length: 14.5 cm
Accessories: period ubranded case.
Note: inked.
Starting price: € 100 | Sold for : € 2.200