Platinum Pre-war-pearl inlay LOVEBIRDS FREE SHIPPING Start Price USD 3,988.00 Current Price USD 3,988.00 Time Left - Bid Count 0 Buy It Now Price USD 4,100.00 Reserve Price - Start Time Tuesday, September 02, 2008 End Time Tuesday, September 09, 2008 Location Plainview, New York See more about 'Platinum Pre-war-pearl inlay LOVEBIRDS' Description PLATINUM RAKUCYOIn 1919 SYUBICHI NAKATA founded the pen company that would become Platinum Pen. Watching the success of Namiki with lacquered pens, in the 1930's Nakata organized a group of Maki-e artisans to produce fine Maki-e pens. The leading artist was Rosui who was regarded as one of the top Maki-e artists of his time.The styles Platinum produced were quite different from Namiki, using a great deal of Pearl inlay and shells. This wonderful piece depicting Rakucyo or Lovebirds is made up entirely of pearl inlay over black urushi.. The artist was GYOKUMEI and was produced between 1930 and 1935. This pen can be found in Andy Lambrou"s "Fountain Pens of the World" pg 379.The pen is in excellent condition with gold filled trim. There are no scratches, nicks, dents, or brassing. The filling system is eyedropper.The nib is 14K #5 Platinum.Shipping is FREE! After you place your bid, check out my other auctions! Win multiple items and save on shipping!I'VE GOT MORE GREAT ITEMS FOR YOU! CLICK HERE TO VIEW AND BID ON MY OTHER ITEMS!CLICK HERE TO ADD ME TO YOUR FAVORITE SELLERS LIST!Don't miss your shot at this terrific item. Place your bid now! -------------------------------------------I M P O R T A N T !PLEASE READ BELOW !------------------------------------------- Payment Options - Pick the method that is best for you!I accept PAYPAL & Credit Cards, personal checks, cashier's checks and money orders if you prefer. I will accept your personal check, however if you choose to pay by check I will hold your check for up to two (2) weeks, from the time I receive it in the mail, before shipping. Payment by money order, cashiers checks must also clear my bank before l ship. For your protection, please do not send cash.INTERNATIONAL BUYERS, BANK WIRE ONLY PLEASE!When sending your payment, it is very important that you please write the auction number and description on your check or money order, and include your full correct mailing address so I know where to ship your item(s)! You may also find it convenient to make a printout of the auction and send that along with your check. Typically it takes up to 5-7 days for mail to travel in each direction.I WILL NOTIFY YOU BY E-MAIL WHEN I SHIP YOUR ITEM(S). )(The winning bidder is responsible to deliver payment to me at the address above within three (3) days of the closing date of the auction, or forfeit the item(s). Please, if you don't intend to pay, don't bid. I file claims with eBay against all deadbeat bidders.)Thanks and good luck!CLICK HERE TO ADD ME TO YOUR FAVORITE SELLERS LIST! Get Counter Stats Free Counters powered by SpoonFeeder Auction Software I use SpoonFeeder Auction Software v5.77 HTML generated at 9/1/2008 8:13:04 PM (642C67CA1007566E2D9B4B742BE2B1BDD6) Powered by eBay Turbo Lister Place a Bid!