Conway Stewart
No. 53
Fountain Pen
Filling System
Lever Filler
Condition
Very Good vintage condition with minor signs of age and micro-scratching on the celluloid
Estimated Value
$150 - $300 USD depending on sac restoration and final nib performance
Era
Vintage 1930s-1940s
Pen Specifications
Pen Type
Fountain Pen
Filling System
Lever Filler
Body Material
Celluloid
Trim Material
Gold-Plated
Color / Pattern
Green Herringbone / Hatch Pattern
Cap Type
Screw Cap
Clip Design
Classic Conway Stewart curved clip with diamond emblem at the top
Barrel Shape
Flat-Top / Slightly Tapered
Nib Details
Nib Material
14K Gold
Nib Size
Medium
Nib Type
Semi-Flex
Nib Condition
Good condition with correct alignment, good tipping material intact, and pleasant semi-flex response
Dimensions
Size / Dimensions
Approximately 125 mm capped, 115 mm uncapped, 155 mm posted; 12 mm diameter
Weight Estimate
Lightweight, approximately 15-18 grams, well-balanced
Heritage & Origin
Era / Period
Vintage 1930s-1940s
Country of Origin
United Kingdom
Rarity
Uncommon
Condition & Value
Overall Condition
Very Good vintage condition with minor signs of age and micro-scratching on the celluloid
Filling System Condition
Requires new ink sac replacement for full functionality
Estimated Value
$150 - $300 USD depending on sac restoration and final nib performance
Special Features
Striking green herringbone celluloid pattern characteristic of classic British pen manufacturing from the golden era
Ink Recommendations
Standard dye-based vintage-safe inks like Waterman Serenity Blue or Quink Black
Care Recommendations
Handle with care due to age-related brittleness of vintage celluloid; avoid harsh modern pigmented inks; ensure professional sac replacement
Interesting Facts
Conway Stewart was a premier British fountain pen manufacturer founded in 1905 in London, famous for its vibrant plastics and quintessential British styling
Overall Assessment
A wonderful collectible piece of British pen history featuring stunning herringbone celluloid and a responsive 14K gold nib
User Notes
Conway Stewart 53