Writing Instruments

The Fine Writing Instruments department at Bonhams sells outstanding limited edition fountain pens and related items from the world's greatest penmakers. The department holds two major sales per year, with additional sales added as merited by the availability of these coveted instruments.

Our auctions feature limited edition pens of exceptional luxury, craft and beauty from top manufacturers including Montblanc, Montegrappa, Omas, Namiki, Visconti, Cartier, Dupont, Caran d'Ache, Dani Trio, Aurora, Stipula, Pelikan, Parker, Krone, Loiminchay, Grayson-Tighe, Daniel Oscarson, Michel Perchin, Tibaldi and others. As the world's leading auctioneer of fine writing instruments, Bonhams has achieved numerous record auction prices for our consignors, and our lavishly-illustrated catalogues have set the standard for marketing fine pens.

Lots in future auctions

CARTIER: Lovebird Sterling Silver & Enamel Limited Edition Fountain Pen
amended

Highlights from past auctions

Sold for US$ 41,250 inc. premium
MONTBLANC: Charlie Chaplin Skeleton Limited Edition 88 Fountain Pen
Sold for US$ 25,000 inc. premium
MONTBLANC: George Washington Limited Edition America's Signatures for Freedom Series Fountain Pen
Sold for US$ 28,750 inc. premium
MONTBLANC: George Washington America's Signatures for Freedom Series Limited Edition 50 Fountain Pen
Sold for US$ 22,500 inc. premium
VISCONTI: Taj Mahal Set of 3 Limited Edition Fountain Pens