Parker
75 (Ciselé / Sterling Silver)
Fountain Pen
Filling System
Cartridge/Converter
Condition
Very Good to Excellent vintage condition with normal silver patina
Estimated Value
$150 - $250 USD
Era
Vintage 1970s
Pen Specifications
Pen Type
Fountain Pen
Filling System
Cartridge/Converter
Body Material
Sterling Silver
Trim Material
Gold-Plated
Color / Pattern
Ciselé (Grid pattern)
Cap Type
Snap Cap
Clip Design
Parker Arrow clip with gold plating
Barrel Shape
Cylindrical with slightly tapered ends
Nib Details
Nib Material
14K Gold
Nib Size
Medium
Nib Type
Standard
Nib Condition
Good condition, well-aligned tines with intact tipping material
Dimensions
Size / Dimensions
Approx. 128 mm capped, 120 mm uncapped, 140 mm posted
Weight Estimate
Approx. 25-30 grams
Heritage & Origin
Era / Period
Vintage 1970s
Country of Origin
USA
Rarity
Uncommon
Condition & Value
Overall Condition
Very Good to Excellent vintage condition with normal silver patina
Filling System Condition
Fully functional converter/cartridge system
Estimated Value
$150 - $250 USD
Special Features
Sterling silver grid (Ciselé) finish, adjustable nib rotation feature on early Parker 75 models
Ink Recommendations
Parker Quink Black or Blue, Waterman Serenity Blue
Care Recommendations
Use a specialized silver polishing cloth gently to avoid wearing the hallmarks, flush the nib regularly with clean water
Interesting Facts
The Parker 75 was designed by Don Doman and Tinch Woodward, featuring a unique rotating nib collar so users could adjust the nib angle to their writing grip
Overall Assessment
An iconic mid-century modern classic, the Parker 75 Ciselé in sterling silver is a durable, highly elegant workhorse pen prized by collectors and daily writers alike