{"product_id":"vintage-cross-medalist-three-piece-pen-set-century-ii-fountain-pen-1997-c3117","title":"Vintage Cross Medalist Three Piece Pen Set - Century II Fountain Pen - 1997 - C3117","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSummary\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA boxed vintage Cross Medalist three piece writing set in polished chrome with gold tone trim, comprising two Century II pens, a Classic Century ballpoint and the original fitted case.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis vintage Cross writing set is presented in its original fitted case and is documented by paperwork dated 11 November 1997.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe set combines two Century II instruments with a slimmer Classic Century ballpoint, all finished in bright polished chrome with contrasting gold tone fittings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Century II fountain pen has a broader profile, black grip section and decorative gold tone Cross nib. An original Cross ink converter and one Cross ink cartridge are included.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe second Century II instrument is fitted as a porous fine point pen, using the interchangeable refill system associated with this model.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompleting the set is a Classic Century ballpoint, recognisable by its considerably slimmer profile and traditional Cross twist action mechanism.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAll three instruments carry CROSS branding to the pocket clips and are marked CROSS IRELAND around the upper sections.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe original fitted green Cross presentation case is included with its instruction leaflet. The leaflet bears a dealer stamp recording the original sale on 11 November 1997 by The Pen Shop, 199 Regent Street, London W1R 7WA.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAlso included are two spare Cross ballpoint refills, an ink converter and one original Cross ink cartridge.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eVery good vintage condition with only light surface wear from normal handling and use. All three instruments present cleanly and the mechanisms are working correctly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe presentation case is also in good condition with minor age related wear. The spare refills and cartridge are included as period accessories; their remaining ink condition is not guaranteed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate Measurements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFountain pen length excluding cap: 12.3 cm [4.84 in]\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFountain pen barrel diameter: 9.6 mm [0.38 in]\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFountain pen: Cross Century II\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePorous point pen: Cross Century II\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBallpoint pen: Cross Classic Century\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinish: Polished chrome with gold tone trim\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMarks: CROSS IRELAND and CROSS branding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal sale date: 11 November 1997\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal retailer: The Pen Shop, 199 Regent Street, London\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessories: Cross converter, one cartridge and two spare ballpoint refills\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal boxed weight: 178 g [6.28 oz]\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003cp\u003eC3117 SP26-3\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTracked and insured shipping is provided free of charge to most UK addresses, there may be charges for remote or offshore locations. 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Shipping prices are automatically calculated for the most common destinations and items, if the system does not give you a shipping price for your particular item and location simply \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bluecherryantiques.co.uk\/pages\/contact-us\"\u003eget in touch\u003c\/a\u003e and we will update the system for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlease note if you are purchasing an item for delivery outside the UK you may have to pay taxes and duties upon import. 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