Parker
51
Fountain Pen
Filling System
Aerometric Filler
Condition
Good to Very Good vintage condition with minor surface wear consistent with age
Estimated Value
$100 - $250 USD
Era
Vintage 1950s
Pen Specifications
Pen Type
Fountain Pen
Filling System
Aerometric Filler
Body Material
Lucite (PMMA)
Trim Material
Gold-Filled
Color / Pattern
Black body with a gold-filled cap (Custom / Empire or similar pattern)
Cap Type
Slip Cap
Clip Design
Classic Parker Arrow clip
Barrel Shape
Streamlined Torpedo
Nib Details
Nib Material
14K Gold
Nib Size
Fine
Nib Type
Standard
Nib Condition
Appears well-aligned and intact
Dimensions
Size / Dimensions
Approximately 138mm capped, 125mm uncapped
Weight Estimate
Medium weight, well-balanced when unposted
Heritage & Origin
Era / Period
Vintage 1950s
Country of Origin
USA
Rarity
Common
Condition & Value
Overall Condition
Good to Very Good vintage condition with minor surface wear consistent with age
Filling System Condition
Functionality requires inspection of the sac, generally robust if original
Estimated Value
$100 - $250 USD
Special Features
Hooded nib design for quick starting and reduced ink drying
Ink Recommendations
Parker Quink or standard water-based fountain pen inks
Care Recommendations
Flush periodically with cool water; avoid harsh chemical cleaners
Interesting Facts
The Parker 51 is often hailed by historians as one of the most successful and well-designed pens of the 20th century.
Overall Assessment
An iconic vintage Parker 51 fountain pen featuring a durable lucite body and a striking gold-filled cap, representing a pinnacle of mid-century pen engineering.