The Pen of the Year 2022 is inspired by the Aztecs, their culture, aesthetics and religious rituals. The rare gemstone turquoise was considered one of the most valuable treasures of the Aztecs. The blue-green stone was used as a decoration on knives, shields and masks. In the end piece of the barrel, as well as in the top of the cap, the turquoise is embedded in form of small discs. An engraving in the turquoise shows the eagle and the god of the dead adorned with feathers, reflecting the power and aesthetics associated with him. The charcoal-grey barrel of the pen, which has a diamond-like carbon coating, is adorned with countless small skulls inspired by the walls found in Temple Mayor. They were built from skulls lined up in rows. The grip is made of obsidian, a precious stone of volcanic origin. Thus, each Pen of the Year 2022 is unique. According to prophecy, the Aztecs were to find their new home at the place where an eagle sitting on a cactus devours a snake. This cactus is embodied in the shape of the cap. The Aztecs settled in the place that is now known as one of the largest cities in the world: Mexico City.
The plunger-type fountain pen has a handmade 18-carat gold nib (ruthenium-coated, magnum-sized). The barrel has a window through which the ink status can be seen.
The rollerball pen comes with a magnum-sized refill in black.
All writing instruments are individually numbered and delivered in a black, highly polished wooden box which includes a brochure and a certificate of authenticity.
Fountain Pen - Limited to 375 pieces.
Rollerball Pen - Limited to 125 pieces.
