Bidspirit auction | AMERICAN PARKER VACUMATIC FOUNTAIN PEN,

AMERICAN PARKER VACUMATIC FOUNTAIN PEN, C. 1940 - An American Vacumatic double-jewel fountain pen by Parker Pen Company (founded 1888, Janesville, Wisconsin), circa 1940, crafted in laminated Golden Pearl striped celluloid with a black grip section and a 1/10 14kt gold-filled cap. The tapered barrel features alternating translucent amber and dark brown horizontal bands terminating in a conical black blind-cap jewel framed by a stepped gold-filled ring. The screw-on cap is decorated with vertical groups of straight and wavy engine-turned lines, a small side breather hole, and a rectangular cartouche engraved with the block monogram 'BOB', stamped near the lower rim '1/10 - 14KT GOLD FILLED / MADE IN U.S.A.'. Surmounting the cap crown is a matching black jewel and stepped ring securing a feathered arrow clip inlaid with a blue-enameled diamond emblem. Uncapping reveals a two-tone gold and platinum-masked arrow nib with a round breather hole stamped 'PARKER' across the base. writing, stationery, vintage, antique, collectible, office, desk, calligraphy, instrument, accessory. Dimensions L: 5 1/4 in. All measurements are approximate. Condition Condition appears consistent with age. The celluloid barrel shows light scratches and midsection darkening. The gold-filled cap and clip exhibit light wear, minor oxidation, and an engraved monogram. The nib shows light masking wear, and the filler is untested.