Calligraphy Set / Feather Quill Pen Set
La Kaligrafica • La Kaligrafica Stationery Arts
Toy Category
Stationery / Artistic Hobby (Non-toy item)
Year Released
Produced contemporary (modern era, 1990s-current)
Condition
Excellent/Near Mint: Feather appears intact with minimal fraying; metallic finish is consistent.
Estimated Market Value
$15 - $25 USD
Description
Functional calligraphy writing set featuring a large red-dyed feather quill attached to an ornate metallic nib holder with an antique bronze finish. Includes a small glass bottle of 'Inchiostro Stilografico' (fountain pen ink) labeled in Italian. Presented in a decorative cardboard box with a background resembling vintage cursive script.
Market Value
Estimated Market Value
$15 - $25 USD
Auction Estimate
$10 - $20 USD
Toy Identity
Edition Details
Common gift set, Made in Italy
Model Number
Not explicitly visible (standard red feather set)
Toy Type
Material: Natural goose/turkey feather, pewter/brass alloy nib holder, steel nib, glass ink bottle
Toy Condition
Excellent/Near Mint: Feather appears intact with minimal fraying; metallic finish is consistent.
Packaging Condition
Very Good: Clean original display box, clear window intact, minor shelf wear on edges.
Rarity & Significance
Common; primarily sold in gift shops, museums, and stationery stores. Primarily used for decorative purposes or historical reenactment.
Special Features
Handcrafted in Italy; includes authentic liquid ink and interchangeable metal nib functionality.
Notable Variations
Available in numerous feather colors (blue, green, black) and different metal motifs for the nib holder (owls, lions, fleur-de-lis).