The story of this Graf von Faber-Castell Elemento
In 2011, Graf von Faber-Castell celebrated its 250th anniversary with an exceptional creation. The limited Elemento edition pays masterful tribute to wood, the natural and founding material that has made this renowned pencil manufacture famous worldwide since 1761. For this historic jubilee, the master craftsmen pushed the boundaries of marquetry by using olive wood cut transversely. This unprecedented and complex technique reveals the growth rings from a fascinating angle, giving each instrument an absolutely unique visual identity. This luxurious exclusive presentation box brings together 4 pieces numbered 214 out of the 250 produced worldwide.
Architecture, nib and attributes of this Elemento
This quartet of instruments is built on an architecture where the organic meets very high German precision. The body of each piece is meticulously composed of 6 individual olive wood elements, assembled by hand, then varnished and polished multiple times to achieve a perfectly smooth surface. This warm material contrasts magnificently with the cold and unalterable brilliance of the platinum-plated solid metal trim. The fountain pen, measuring 137 mm closed with a slim 11 mm diameter, is crowned by a fluted spring-loaded articulated clip, a true technical signature of the brand. Beneath the heavy ribbed cap appears a magnificent M-size nib forged in two-tone 18-carat solid gold. Finely engraved with the coat of arms of the founding family, it offers a smooth glide while refilling through its removable converter or cartridges. The rollerball, ballpoint pen and luxurious propelling pencil complete this set with the same ergonomic standards and perfect balance in hand, displaying a reassuring weight of around 40 grams per instrument.
Why this Graf von Faber-Castell pen
Acquiring this Elemento set represents a particularly rare opportunity for enthusiasts and informed collectors. Finding the 4 writing instruments brought together under the same edition number is a privilege that the pre-owned market offers only exceptionally. While olive wood seduces through its incomparable tactile warmth, it is the absolute versatility of this presentation box that fascinates on a daily basis. From the nobility of the M-size nib for composed correspondence to the liveliness of the ballpoint model for quick notes, each tool responds to a precise creative intention. The Swiss Collector allows you to rediscover today this prestigious anniversary series, now impossible to find in official boutiques, in a particularly attractive full configuration.
Delivered contents and condition
This magnificent set of 4 exceptional pens comes to you in its complete original configuration. The instruments are preserved in exceptional aesthetic condition and are accompanied by their heavy dark lacquered wooden presentation box. Although this presentation box bears a few external signs of use, it protects its precious contents perfectly. Also included are the white cardboard outer box, the black protective polishing cloth, the booklet specific to this anniversary edition and the original warranty certificate carefully stamped by a historic Swiss retailer. The two-tone nib has been rigorously checked by our specialists and all internal mechanisms have been tested to guarantee flawless functionality.
Warranty and delivery
The Swiss Collector guarantees the absolute authenticity of this collector's piece. This sublime presentation box benefits from a 12-month warranty. We accept returns within 10 days according to our conditions. Leader in second-hand goods in Switzerland and backed by the widest network of boutiques, we offer online reservation for an in-store fitting and collection, or fully secured international shipping.
* Like new – brand-new pen, never inked, or in exceptional condition. No visible defects to the naked eye.
