Pen - The Nettuno company was founded in 1911 in Bologna by Mr. Umberto Vecchietti...

The Nettuno company was founded in 1911 in Bologna by Mr. Umberto Vecchietti. The company manufactured high quality fountain pens well into the 50s when it eventually had to stop production. The Vecchietti pen shop has however  remained active in Bologna ever since, being run first by Mr. Vecchietti's daughter and nowadays by his nephew. The brand Nettuno was revived in the 90's and a few limited editions were produced. This pen is part of a limited edition of 911 pieces which was manufactured in the late 1990's. The blue marbled color recalls the sea and the metal details are meant to replicate the shape of Neptune's trident. It is a large piston filler with a beautiful 18 ct gold nib. Length 15,5 . Serial: 009/911. Excellent