Parker
75 (Ciselé Sterling Silver)
Ballpoint
Filling System
Ballpoint refill (Parker style)
Condition
Good, showing some signs of patina and tarnish consistent with age and use
Estimated Value
$50 - $120
Era
Vintage 1970s
Pen Specifications
Pen Type
Ballpoint
Filling System
Ballpoint refill (Parker style)
Body Material
Sterling Silver
Trim Material
Sterling Silver and Gold-Plated
Color / Pattern
Ciselé (grid pattern in oxidized black)
Cap Type
Cap-actuated twist or click mechanism
Clip Design
Classic Parker arrow clip
Barrel Shape
Cylindrical with tapered ends
Nib Details
Nib Material
N/A
Nib Size
N/A
Nib Type
N/A
Nib Condition
N/A
Dimensions
Size / Dimensions
Approximately 128 mm long capped, 10 mm diameter
Weight Estimate
Medium weight with a solid silver feel
Heritage & Origin
Era / Period
Vintage 1970s
Country of Origin
USA
Rarity
Common
Condition & Value
Overall Condition
Good, showing some signs of patina and tarnish consistent with age and use
Filling System Condition
Requires standard Parker ballpoint refill
Estimated Value
$50 - $120
Special Features
Iconic Ciselé sterling silver grid finish with gold-filled trim
Ink Recommendations
Standard Parker Quink Flow ballpoint refill
Care Recommendations
Clean gently with a soft silver polishing cloth to maintain the patina without scrubbing away the black oxide in the grid pattern
Interesting Facts
The Parker 75 line was introduced in 1964, named to celebrate Parker's 75th anniversary. The Ciselé pattern is one of the most recognizable and enduring designs in pen history.
Overall Assessment
A classic vintage Parker 75 ballpoint in sterling silver, highly collectible and a great everyday vintage writing instrument.