David Oscarson America The Beautiful Fountain Pen - Onyx - Gold Trim (Limited Edition)


David Oscarson America The Beautiful Fountain Pen - Onyx - Gold Trim (Limited Edition)
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The David Oscarson America The Beautiful Fountain Pen in Onyx with Gold Trim is a majestic writing instrument created to honor the 250th Anniversary (Semiquincentennial) of the United States. Combining the luxury of high-relief gold with the stark depth of opaque black enamel, this 42nd collection from the Oscarson studio is a "hand-held monument" to the enduring spirit of American liberty.
Design and Artistry
The pen is forged from solid .925 Sterling Silver and finished with rich gold vermeil trim. Its most striking feature is the Onyx kiln-fired hot enamel, a deep, opaque black finish that serves as a dramatic backdrop for the gold-plated silver engravings.
The cap features a high-relief American Bald Eagle and the Star-Spangled Banner, while the clip is crafted into a scroll of the Constitution, engraved with the iconic phrase "We the People." The barrel depicts a panoramic landscape of "America the Beautiful," with gold-finished amber waves of grain and mountain majesties.
Technical Excellence
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18K Gold Nib: A precision-engineered 18K gold nib provides a smooth, "noticeably sensual" writing experience, available in Fine, Medium, or Broad.
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Gold Vermeil Trim: Polished gold accents on the clips, rings, and endcaps provide a regal contrast to the deep Onyx enamel.
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Vitreous Enamel: The opaque black finish is a hard vitreous enamel (kiln-fired glass), making it nearly indestructible and resistant to fading or scratching.
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Filling System: A versatile Cartridge/Converter system allows you to use your favorite luxury bottled inks with ease.
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Screw-Cap Mechanism: A secure screw-on cap ensures the nib remains protected and the ink stays fresh for every use.
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Limited Edition: Strictly limited to just 76 pieces worldwide in this colorway, honoring the year 1776.
Why Choose This Pen?
The Onyx with Gold Trim edition is the most dramatic and authoritative version in the collection. While translucent colors showcase the guilloché engraving, the Opaque Onyx acts as a mirror-like stage that pushes the gold-plated silver carvings into the foreground.
Choosing this pen is an investment in a 2026 commemorative artifact. With its substantial silver weight and "spirit of the inventor" craftsmanship, it is designed to be passed down as an heirloom, retaining its luster and historical significance for generations.
"The Onyx and Gold combination is the 'black tie' of the series. The way the polished gold eagle and Constitution scroll leap off the deep black enamel is breathtaking—it has a visual weight that the lighter colors can't match. Holding this pen feels like holding a piece of heavy jewelry. Because the enamel is glass, the black finish has a deep, liquid-like shine that resin simply cannot replicate. For a truly professional look, I’d load this with a gold-sheening black ink to mirror the pen’s metallic
| Brand | David-Oscarson |
| Can Engrave | No |
| Cap Mechanism | Screw |
| Cap Can Post | No |
| Colors | Black |
| Complimentary | Packaged in a Gift Box |
| Design | Onyx |
| Filling Mechanism | Cartridge/Converter |
| Grip Material | Gold Vermeil |
| Has Clip | Yes |
| Material | Hard Enamel |
| Nib Color | 2-Tone |
| Nib Material | 18K Gold |
| Nib Size | F-M-B |
| Refills & Inks | |
| Retractable | No |
| Series | David Oscarson America The Beautiful |
| Trims | Gold Vermeil |
| Type | Fountain |
| Warranty | From Generation to Generation.. |
















