Completing the homage to Dean is the engraving of his legendary quote “Dream as if you’ll live forever. Shaped to resemble the switchblade used by Dean in the film, the pen’s theme is continued in the engraving of the actor’s favorite sports car that adorns the Ag 925 sterling silver barrel. Priced at $3305.00, the pen celebrates Dean at his most iconic in the 1955 film, Rebel Without a Cause. Great Characters James Dean Limited Edition 1931 Fountain PenĪt number 14 on our list, we see the Great Characters James Dean Limited Edition 1931 Fountain Pen. Completing the exquisite design is a gold-coated clip shaped to resemble a sheaf of wheat, while the cone is encircled with rings decorated with Romanesque patterns.ġ4. Both cap and barrel are crafted from rare Egyptian basalt, while the Montblanc emblem that adorns its cap is made from black and white precious resin. As noted by Forbes, this striking, bold design comprises of a gold-coated cap top with a cone shape inspired by the Roman buildings Hadrian commissioned. Fountain Pen Patron of Art Homage to Hadrian Limited Edition 4810Ĭoming in at number 15 is the modestly priced Fountain Pen Patron of Art Homage to Hadrian Limited Edition 4810, a writing piece that draws inspiration from one of history’s most famous rulers, Hadrian. The clip, meanwhile, is shaped in the style of the mustaches worn by the Beatles during their heyday, while the limited edition run of 1969 pieces references the release date of the band’s most iconic album, Abbey Road.ġ5. The cone draws inspiration from the button of the mixing table at Abbey Road studios, while the cap is designed to resemble a microphone. Designed to celebrate the Fab Four, musical influences abound on this highly desirable limited-edition piece. Number 16 on our list is the Great Characters The Beatles Limited Edition 1969 Rollerball Pen. Great Characters The Beatles Limited Edition 1969 Rollerball Pen Unlike its $8,760.00 counterpart, however, this blue, gold and white lacquered piece comes in at a much more affordable $2805.ġ6. Like the Fountain Pen Patron of Art Hommage à Scipione Borghese Limited Edition 888 (see number 8 on our list for more details), this piece is inspired by the King of Bavaria, Ludwig II. Stealing in at number 17 is the Fountain Pen Patron of Art Homage to Ludwig II Limited Edition 4810. Fountain Pen Patron of Art Homage to Ludwig II Limited Edition 4810 Made of Ag 925 sterling silver and overlaid with a spider’s web featuring a ruby encrusted spider at its heart, the pen is a perfect example of why Montblanc has enjoyed its legendary status for over a century.ġ7. The piece features a long, slim silhouette and an elegant design that perfectly exemplifies the expert craftsmanship of the brand. Fountain Pen Heritage Rouge et Noir Spider Metamorphosis Limited Edition 1906įountain Pen Heritage Rouge et Noir Spider Metamorphosis Limited Edition 1906 is a celebration of the 110-year history of Montblanc. Designed to represent the black tuxedo and white bow tie and shirt Pavarotti wore during performances, the piece is as fine a homage to one of opera’s greatest legends as you could wish to find.ġ8. Luciano Pavarotti Limited Edition 4810 Fountain Penįor opera fans looking for a cheaper alternative to the $9,200.00 Luciano Pavarotti Limited Edition 888 Fountain Pen (more on which coming up), the Luciano Pavarotti Limited Edition 4810 Fountain Pen may be just the ticket. Featuring a crystal encrusted clip, a solid granite barrel, and an Au 750 solid gold nib, the pen is a fitting tribute to one of art’s most significant figures.ġ9. Just creeping into the top 20 is the Fountain Pen Patron of Art Hommage à Scipione Borghese Limited Edition 4810, a celebration of the Italian Cardinal, art collector and patron of the arts, Scipione Borghese. Fountain Pen Patron of Art Hommage à Scipione Borghese Limited Edition 4810 Read on for a rundown of Montblanc’s all-time greatest hits.Ģ0. With each unique piece drawing inspiration from some of the most significant figures in history, collectors of Montblanc pens have been known to spend up to a million dollars apiece on the highly desirable items. Of all its pieces, those in its Limited-Edition collection are perhaps the most noteworthy. Combining expert craftsmanship with the finest materials available, its range of pens are among the best, and most expensive, in the world. For over a century, German manufacturer Montblanc has enjoyed a reputation as one of the world’s leading providers of luxury writing pieces.