Pelikan
100N
Fountain Pen
Filling System
Piston Filler
Condition
Good vintage condition with normal signs of age and wear
Estimated Value
$250 - $450 depending on exact operational condition and nib rarity
Era
Vintage 1940s
Pen Specifications
Pen Type
Fountain Pen
Filling System
Piston Filler
Body Material
Celluloid and Ebonite
Trim Material
Gold-Plated
Color / Pattern
Green Marbled Barrel with Black Cap and Sections
Cap Type
Screw Cap
Clip Design
Classic Pelikan 'beak' style clip
Barrel Shape
Cylindrical with stepped ends
Nib Details
Nib Material
14K Gold
Nib Size
Fine
Nib Type
Semi-Flex
Nib Condition
Good condition with minor wear, retains flex properties
Dimensions
Size / Dimensions
Approximately 122 mm capped, 115 mm uncapped, 160 mm posted
Weight Estimate
Approximately 15 grams
Heritage & Origin
Era / Period
Vintage 1940s
Country of Origin
Germany
Rarity
Uncommon
Condition & Value
Overall Condition
Good vintage condition with normal signs of age and wear
Filling System Condition
Requires inspection; historic cork seal likely needs replacement with modern silicone or synthetic replacement
Estimated Value
$250 - $450 depending on exact operational condition and nib rarity
Special Features
Historical wartime or immediate post-war production variant featuring celluloid green marbled barrel
Ink Recommendations
Standard dye-based fountain pen inks such as Pelikan 4001 series to preserve vintage materials
Care Recommendations
Handle with care due to the vintage celluloid material; flush with lukewarm water periodically; avoid modern permanent or iron-gall inks
Interesting Facts
The Pelikan 100N was introduced in 1937 as an evolution of the revolutionary model 100, featuring a slightly larger ink capacity and ergonomic redesign
Overall Assessment
A highly collectible and historically significant vintage Pelikan pen that represents the golden era of German fountain pen craftsmanship