S. T. Dupont Shanghai LE Oversized Rollerball Pen 102/1088 No Box/Papers

  

Dupont Shanghai LE Oversized Rollerball Pen 102/1088 No Box/Papers. Condition: This pen was stored and lightly used. There are a few very small, barely noticeable indents in the lacquer on the body.

As typical with careful use and long-term storage, very fine micro-scratches, light surface marks, or subtle metal patina may be present upon close inspection. The original box, papers, and original S. Dupont rollerball refill are not included. A compatible rollerball refill will be included. Was created as a tribute to the city of Shanghai during its cultural and artistic height in the early twentieth century.

In the 1920s and 1930s, Shanghai was known as the "Pearl of the Orient, " a cosmopolitan crossroads where European, Russian, Japanese, American, and Chinese influences converged. Architecture, finance, fashion, and the arts flourished together, producing a visual language that blended Art Deco, neoclassical, and traditional Chinese motifs. This pen was designed to capture that moment in time and translate it into form, material, and ornament. Limited Edition of 1,088 pieces worldwide.

The Shanghai collection marked the first time S. This oversized format was intentionally chosen to give the pen commanding presence and weight, aligning it with the scale and grandeur of the city it honors. The pen features a deep black lacquer body enriched with. Creating a subtle gradient that transitions from dark to warm gold tones.

The cap is decorated with precisely placed lacquer "rain" motifs, while the lower portion of the pen incorporates a sculptural. These elements reference traditional Chinese symbolism associated with prosperity, movement, and continuity. Are set by hand into the clip. The number eight is considered a symbol of good fortune in Chinese culture, and citrine, a quartz family gemstone, has historically been associated with warmth, energy, and balance. The top of the cap is finished with S.

Dupont's pale gold "D" monogram encircled by black lacquer, while the base of the pen is engraved with the. A detail specific to this edition.

Of the Shanghai Néo-Classique XL series. It uses a removable rollerball refill. This is an excellent opportunity to acquire one of S. Dupont's most visually striking oversized limited editions at a reduced price point, without the premium typically attached to complete boxed examples. The pen measures approximately 6.25 inches when capped and approximately 5.75 inches when uncapped. Dupont Shanghai Limited Edition rollerball pen, numbered. Compatible rollerball refill not S. Original presentation box Papers or documentation Original factory refill.

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