{"product_id":"cartier-panthere-de-cartier-gold-plated-fountain-pen-from-1990","title":"Cartier Panthère de Cartier Gold-Plated Fountain Pen (Ref. ST140009) from 1990","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eThe Panthère de Cartier Fountain Pen from 1990 is one of the more distinctive writing instruments created during Cartier’s late-20th-century \u003cem\u003eMust de Cartier\u003c\/em\u003e period, translating the Maison’s emblematic panther into a remarkably graphic piece of writing design. Produced in France in 1990, the model combines a gold-plated body, black lacquer detailing and Cartier’s characteristic jewellery-inspired finishing with an 18K gold fine nib. Comparable documented examples confirm this configuration as a 1990 Panthère fountain pen. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eBoth the cap and barrel are finished with deep longitudinal gadroons, giving the pen a strong architectural character while allowing the polished gold-plated surfaces to catch the light dramatically. The upper section of the cap is decorated with irregular black lacquer spots inspired by the coat of the panther, creating one of the most recognizable visual signatures of the model. A polished gold-tone clip follows the length of the cap, while a dark cabochon crowns the top. Around the centre sits Cartier’s Trinity ring motif, bringing together the different tones of gold that became one of the Maison’s most recognizable design codes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe Panthère treatment continues beneath the cap, where the gold-plated gripping section is punctuated by the same irregular black lacquer pattern. The fountain pen is fitted with an 18K gold fine nib, while the original outer box itself identifies the piece as a \u003cem\u003e“Stylo Plume Fine – Panthère Plaqué Or.”\u003c\/em\u003e The result is a writing instrument that feels considerably more jewellery-like than a conventional fountain pen, combining the decorative language of Cartier with the proportions and functionality of a serious writing instrument.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThis particular example is especially appealing for its completeness. Dating specifically to 1990, it is accompanied by its original red Must de Cartier presentation box, original white outer box with period product label, international guarantee certificate, Panthère writing-instrument booklet, Must de Cartier instruction documentation, original cartridge\/refill box and accompanying papers. Finding the pen together with this level of original documentation and packaging more than three decades later gives the set substantially greater collector appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe pen remains in very good vintage condition for its age. Fine surface hairlines are present throughout the polished gold-plated surfaces, as expected from handling and storage over approximately 36 years, together with areas of localized oxidation or patina around some of the engraved lettering and metal details. These signs of age have been photographed clearly and do not detract from the strong overall presentation of the piece. The black lacquer Panthère detailing remains well defined, the ribbed surfaces retain their sharp character, and the original presentation set has been exceptionally well preserved.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Cartier","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49958700613784,"sku":"WB00437","price":3500.0,"currency_code":"SAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/0572\/5080\/files\/IMG_1499_5d6eb7a8-b6c3-4609-8bf5-d9b3299dfc23.jpg?v=1790004703","url":"https:\/\/wadibodega.com\/products\/cartier-panthere-de-cartier-gold-plated-fountain-pen-from-1990","provider":"Wadi Bodega","version":"1.0","type":"link"}