For the aspiring scribe, this authentic calligraphy set - imported from Italy - comes complete with hardwood pen, metal nib, bottle of black ink, and a lettering chart for reference (for those whose calligraphy skills may have gotten a little rusty). The nibs can be easily replaced with any standard flat- (included) or round-nib.

Ensconced in a box that's a “keeper” itself, it's the perfect way to turn a writing journal present into a very special gift set.

Nib pen length 7.9 inches, Italian nineteenth century box dimensions: 9.4 x 3.1 x 1.4 inches. Includes 8ml of the premium black ink.


Background
This Italian Calligraphy Set - Black Ink was made in Treviso, Italy which is an ancient village outside of Venice. Each pen is handmade by craftspeople with generations of experience making old fashion writing instruments and accessories. The pens have classical designs that foster a level of creative excellence, in anyone using them -- they simply function better! Often copied, these are genuine writing instruments made by Francesco Rubinato and are certain to please even the most discriminating artist.

Includes this Certificate with the following text authenticating original FRANCESCO RUBINATO products:
"THIS CERTIFICATE GUARANTEES THE AUTHENTICITY AND CRAFTSMANSHIP OF THESE OBJECTS. HAND MADE BY CRAFTSMEN WITH GENERATIONS OF EXPERIENCE. TRADITIONAL DESIGNS WHICH RETAIN A TIMELESS CHARM."
"IL PRESENTE CERTIFICATO GARANTISCE L'AUTENTICITÀ E L'ACCURATA LAVORAZIONE ARTIGIANALE DI QUESTI OGGETTI. REALIZZATI INTERAMENTE A MANO DA ARTIGIANI DEL SETTORE. SONO L'ESPRESSIONE DI UNA TRADIZIONE CULTURALE SEMPRE ATTUALE."