Osmia
Osmia Supra / Faber-Castell era fountain pen
Fountain Pen
Filling System
Piston Filler
Condition
Very Good vintage condition with minor signs of age and wear
Estimated Value
$250 - $450 USD
Era
Vintage 1930s to 1950s
Pen Specifications
Pen Type
Fountain Pen
Filling System
Piston Filler
Body Material
Celluloid / Hard Rubber
Trim Material
Gold-Plated
Color / Pattern
Black
Cap Type
Screw Cap
Clip Design
Classic tapered art-deco inspired clip with distinctive Osmia heart/club emblem
Barrel Shape
Cigar-Shaped
Nib Details
Nib Material
14K Gold
Nib Size
Medium
Nib Type
Semi-Flex
Nib Condition
Excellent, well-aligned tines with good tipping material intact
Dimensions
Size / Dimensions
Approximately 130mm capped, 120mm uncapped
Weight Estimate
Medium weight, well-balanced in hand
Heritage & Origin
Era / Period
Vintage 1930s to 1950s
Country of Origin
Germany
Rarity
Uncommon
Condition & Value
Overall Condition
Very Good vintage condition with minor signs of age and wear
Filling System Condition
Functional, though vintage piston seals may require periodic silicone greasing
Estimated Value
$250 - $450 USD
Special Features
Features the iconic Osmia diamond/heart nib imprint and high-quality German manufacturing precision
Ink Recommendations
Standard dye-based fountain pen inks such as Pelikan 4001 or Waterman Serenity Blue
Care Recommendations
Rinse with lukewarm water periodically, avoid harsh alcohols or solvents, keep away from direct heat
Interesting Facts
Osmia was founded in 1919 by former Parker manager Böhler and eventually partnered heavily with Faber-Castell before being fully absorbed
Overall Assessment
A stunning and historically significant vintage German piston filler that offers exceptional writing performance and classic 20th-century aesthetics.