Description: 2008, Pelikan M640 Mount Everest Special Edition Fountain Pen - Broad nib. Mint in original presentation box with booklet. Unique and spectacular Just like the world’s highest mountain The highest mountain on Earth originated, like the entire Himalayas mountain range, from the collision of the Indian with the Eurasian continental plate. This process began approx. 50 million years ago, and even today Mount Everest grows several millimeters as a result of the movement of the continents. It reaches a majestic 8,850 meters into the heavens. It is one of the “Seven Summits”, which include the highest mountain on each of the seven continents. Its climate is very extreme, with temperatures in the coldest month dropping down to -60 °C. And when the south-western jet stream slams against the summit, wind speeds of up to 285 kilometers per hour occur. Enormous snowfalls of up to 3 meters daily are not uncommon and an ascent is only possible during one of the rare “windows”, which provide more or less stable weather. The New Zealander Edmund Hillary and his Sherpa Tenzing Norgay were the first to reach the top on May 29, 1953. This event was celebrated internationally as the conquest of the “third pole”. Around 3,680 ascents have been recorded to date. The special edition “Mount Everest” is crafted of the finest materials. The distinctive new barrel features a metal shaft with a complex engraving and specially created gold plated mountain formation element. Its representation flows into the anthracite-colored precious resin components of the front part and the ink handle. The 18 carat gold nib with rhodium trim is designed, masterfully crafted and polished meticulously by a master’s hand.This Special Edition has been created by Pelikan and follows the tradition of quality built in to all fine writing instruments made since their beginning in 1929. The goal of Pelikan continues to be to “perfect the technology” while providing and instilling in every piece its own individual personality. Lastly, I want to mention that the images shown are of the pen I am selling. Please study all the pictures thoroughly and read my description. Due to the collectibility of this item, all sales are final.It would be fantastic if you could bookmark my store, Stylophiles so that you are aware of updates through eBay. I am constantly adding new writing instruments, some of which will take much work to source.I take great pride in my customer service. Please message me through eBay if you have questions about my listings or want other pens. I am located in Washington State (Pacific Time Zone); I check my eBay messages constantly and usually reply within 24 hours.Thank you for looking at my eBay listings and considering this penI look forward to doing business with you and wish you a safe and great day!
Price: 575 USD
Location: Maple Valley, Washington
End Time: 2024-12-24T05:37:13.000Z
Shipping Cost: 15 USD
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Brand: Pelikan
Type: Fountain Pen
Year: 2008
Nib Size: Broad (B)
Ink Color: Black
Nib Material: Gold, 18K
Material: Resin
Features: Silver
Country/Region of Manufacture: Germany
Vintage: No