Year of the Snake – “The Snake” Pen in Sterling Silver
Available to Pre-Order Now – estimated dispatch end of January 25
On January 29, 2025, we welcome the Year of the Snake with the introduction of “The Snake”, an exquisite masterpiece in our collection.
Crafted from sterling silver, “The Snake” features delicately engraved serpent-scale patterns across the cap and barrel. The cap is adorned with a striking sterling silver snake, elegantly wrapped around its surface. At the top, the cap button is engraved with a beautifully detailed Yin-Yang snake motif, symbolizing balance and harmony.
The cap band features three amuletic symbols from China: Fu (福 – representing luckiness), Shou (寿 – representing longevity) and Lu (禄 – representing prosperity or wealth). Each symbol is expressed in two artistic styles and deep engraved around the cap band.
“The Snake” is available with a choice of NO. 7 or NO. 8 nibs, each limited to just 7 and 8 exclusive pieces respectfully.
Discover more about the Year of the Snake Collection with our Eternal Story: Celebrating the Year of the Snake: A Fusion of Myth and Artistry.
$4,025.69
DESCRIPTION
On January 29, 2025, we welcome the Year of the Snake with the introduction of The Snake, an exquisite masterpiece in our collection.
Crafted from sterling silver, The Snake features delicately engraved serpent-scale patterns across the cap and barrel. The cap is adorned with a striking sterling silver snake, elegantly wrapped around its surface. At the top, the cap button is engraved with a beautifully detailed Yin-Yang snake motif, symbolizing balance and harmony.
The cap band features three amuletic symbols from China: Fu (福 – representing luckiness), Shou (寿 – representing longevity) and Lu (禄 – representing prosperity or wealth). Each symbol is expressed in two artistic styles and deep engraved around the cap band.
The Snake comes with a No. 7 18ct nib as standard.
The Snake is available with a choice of NO. 7 or NO. 8 nibs, each limited to just 7 exclusive pieces.
PEN SPECIFICATIONS
Sterling silver
Onoto size 7 in 18ct Gold
Hallmarked sterling silver band with Chinese letters engraved
Button – sterling silver with Yin-Yang snake motif
Sterling silver button
Silver-Plated Copper Snake (Friction Fitted)
Length overall: 159mm
Length uncapped: 138mm
Diameter: (cap and barrel): 15.8mm
Widest part: (snake decoration) 20mm
Weight total 93 grams
Cap: 33 grams
Barrel 60 grams
Extra Fine, Fine, medium or broad nib as standard
Customised stub, italic or other styles available to order
Converter (provided) or standard European cartridge
Plunger-Filler Upgrade Available
Conversion kit available to order separately
DELIVERY OPTIONS
All of our deliveries will be tracked and insured. The delivery charges are based on destinations:
UK under £50 – standard: £4.99 + vat; upgrade to Courier delivery: £9.99+vat
UK over £50 – standard: Free; upgrade to Courier delivery: £9.99+vat
EU - standard: 14.99 no vat; upgrade to Courier delivery: £24.99 no vat
Rest of World – standard: £19.99 no vat; upgrade to Courier delivery: £29.99 no vat
EU countries include Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Republic of Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain and Sweden.
Items with standard specifications, i.e. no options are chosen, will normally be dispatched within 2-3 working days. Delivery lead time can be delayed in some circumstances. For example if you have requested personalisation of your order such as engraving or change of fittings.
If for any reason we are unable to meet our delivery commitments, we will contact you with a revised estimated delivery date or offer you the option to cancel or select other goods.
