Writing instruments are unsuitable as a pure investment, comparable to classic cars, watches or wines; a sure increase in value is not to be expected. The high price differences (e.g. 4,000 USD in the USA, around 2,500 euros in Germany) depend on market interest, completeness (box, papers) and individual buyer group. The visibly rough hand engraving on the set is an original feature and identically executed on several documented pieces. Anyone who buys should primarily act out of collector interest and not speculate on value increase.

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• Patron of Art Lalique (1991): fountainpen.de/patron-lalique-en.htm