Basilica of St. Francis - Elegant II Rhodium and Black Titanium Fountain Pen
- Handcrafted HS Elegant II Rollerball featuring not only Italian Olive Wood from the gardens of the Basilica of Saint Francis but collector quality Rhodium and Black Titanium hardware and a Swarovski Crystal clip.
- Nib is steel-plated JoWo #6 (upgraded 18k gold nib available upon request)
- History Salvaged is fortunate to have been able to secure and import a small amount of this wonderful Italian Olive Wood, trimmed from one of the ancient Italian Olive trees that grace the grounds at the Basilica of St. Francis where St. Francis of Assisi is entombed.
- Engraved - Basilica of St. Francis
- Made in the USA
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Each pen is individually handcrafted and therefore may vary in look and feel
- Grain varies in this beautiful Italian Olive Wood
Basilica of St. Francis
History Salvaged has acquired several small branches of Italian Olive Tree from the Basilica of St. Francis in Assisi, Italy, that were trimmed during recent maintenance of the grounds.
According to the UNESCO World Heritage Committee, Assisi constitutes a singular model of continuous history that is intertwined with this city sanctuary's, cultural and territorial identity. In particular, the Basilica of St. Francis brings together a number of masterpieces of creative human genius and is an extraordinary example of the type of architectonic complexity that has significantly influenced the development of art and architecture.
We are honored to have had the opportunity to work with the Basilica of St. Francis and to create a few special heirlooms for the faithful and collectors alike.
Architects, bricklayers and stonemasons have helped to shape Assisi’s incomparable landscape, yet the historical figure that has long defined its destiny and the locality itself has been, without a doubt, St. Francis, the Saint who talked with the animals. To him is dedicated Assisi’s most important monument, the Basilica of St. Francis, which is comprised of two churches and a crypt, rediscovered in 1818. It is the resting spot of the Saint’s tomb, located inside a simple sarcophagus that rests on top of bare rock.
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All pens are handcrafted by Master Pen Craftsman and are made in America.
Each is individually handmade and each varies in look and feel both in grain and shape.
Each History Salvaged pen is custom handcrafted to order with a typical delivery time of approximately 4-6 weeks.
Each pen in the numbered Limited Edition arrives in a presentation box and includes a Certificate of Authenticity with custom tamper proof corresponding hologram, history, and provenance
