Most Expensive Pens in The World and What Makes Them Unique [2023]

There’s nothing quite as luxurious as a high-quality pen that showcases impeccable craftsmanship and one-of-a-kind design. 

For that reason, the most renowned companies that produce writing instruments have been making extravagant pens aimed at pen collectors for ages.

In this article, we’ll take a look at the most expensive pens in the world and see what makes them so unique and desirable to pen aficionados. 

We’ll give you more information about a pen made of nearly 1,000 black diamonds and list the most expensive pens in the Truphae store. 

We’ve been in the pen game for many years now, and we’re always fascinated by what the leaders in the industry can come up with. Let’s see which one piques your interest the most.

7 Most Expensive Pens in the World

To give you a better look inside the world of luxurious pens, here’s a list of the most expensive pens in the world and why each one made our list.

1. Fulgor Nocturnus

Specifications

Manufacturer	Tibaldi
Price	$8 million
Color	Black
Unique features	945 black diamonds  123 rubies 18-carat gold nib

Believe it or not, the most expensive pen in the world was sold at a charity auction back in 2020 for a staggering $8 million. This unique writing tool is made of several precious gemstones, including black diamonds and rubies, but that isn’t the only thing that makes it so special.

In fact, this pen was designed with the Golden Ratio, or the Divine Proportion of Phi, in mind. This ratio, which served as an inspiration for this pen, is originally found in nature and is often used as a design principle in architecture and design. The ratio of the length of the pen’s cap and its barrel is 1.618, which is the number of the Golden Ratio.

The design is also enhanced by the precious gemstones that are incorporated on both the cap and the barrel that give the pen its signature name, Fulgus Nocturnus, which roughly translates to “Night Glow.”

2. Taj Mahal Limited Edition

Specifications

Manufacturer	Montblanc
Price	$2 million
Color	Gold
Unique features	Diamonds  Sapphires Malachite Removable opal

The second most expensive pen in the world was produced in a limited edition of only ten pieces. 

Montblanc used the story of the Taj Mahal and its creator, the Shah Jahan, who made this unbelievable building as a burial ground for his favorite wife, as an inspiration for their High Artistry collection, which is how this extraordinary pen came to be.

The limited edition pens have three different designs:

• Black Myth
• Insignia of Power
• Tear of the Moon

Using a traditional jewelry technique, the pens were made from a variety of gemstones and have a curved shape inspired by the traditional Mughal dagger. 

Each pen has a unique feature; for example, the Black Myth has an opal that you can remove to reveal an image, the Tears of the Moon pen has an emerald, and the Insignia of Power is embellished with rubies and diamonds.

3. Boheme Royal Pen

Specifications

Manufacturer	Montblanc
Price	$1.5 million
Color	White gold
Unique features	Black and white diamonds  18 carat white gold body

It comes as no surprise that one of the most renowned companies for high-quality instruments, Montblanc, will have a few pens on our “Most expensive pens in the world” list. 

The next one is the Boheme Royal pen, made of an 18-carat white gold body covered with over 1,430 slightly colored diamonds.

Just by looking at this pen, you can realize how expensive it is and why it made its way on our list. 

It’s unique in more ways than one - its Montblanc logo is made with 18-carat white gold and embellished with 19 diamonds, and it’s the only fountain pen in the world that has a retractable nib. 

The pen was designed in two styles, one of which is made solely of white diamonds, while the other combines black and white diamonds.  

4. 1010 Diamond Edition

 

Specifications

Manufacturer	Caran d’Ache
Price	$1.28 million
Color	White gold
Unique features	Diamonds in different cutting styles  18 carat white gold

Another truly remarkable piece that’s considered one of the most expensive pens in the world is the 1010 pen by the distinguished Swiss brand Caran d’Ache. 

The pen is inspired by the watch as a common symbol of luxury. It was named after the most aesthetically pleasing position on the clock, 10 minutes past 10, hence the name 1010. 

The body of the pen is transparent, which closely resembles the design of a watch. The pen clip is made to look like a clock hand, while the nib is engraved with a gear design. It’s made of 18-carat white gold and is enriched by over 850 diamonds cut in emerald, baguette-cut, or brilliant style.

The collection comes in three editions, gold, silver, and diamond. However, the diamond edition is the only one that’s worth over a million dollars.

 5. Diamante

Specifications

Manufacturer	Aurora
Price	$1 million
Color	Platinum
Unique features	Diamonds

The Aurora Diamante fountain pen is an exclusive pen that’s only produced once a year. 

The barrel of the pen is made of pure platinum and is covered with over 2,000 diamonds. Out of all the diamonds, 1,919 are located on the barrel to signify the founding year of Aurora. The diamonds are sourced from the De Beers jewelers and embellish this pen perfectly.

Another unique feature of this pen is the customizable nib, where the pen’s owner can engrave their initials or even their family’s coat of arms. It’s no wonder that this pen comes with a hefty price tag, making it the ultimate fountain pen collector’s item. 

6. Heaven Gold 

Specifications

Manufacturer	Anita Tan
Price	$995,000
Color	Rose gold
Unique features	Diamonds in many colors Tsavorite gemstone

Just below the $1 million mark, we have the Haven Gold fountain pen, which is a limited edition collection of only 8 pens. 

According to Chinese culture, the number 8 represents good fortune, which is why only 8 pens were created. The artist was inspired by the planets and initially designed it for women, hence the rose gold color, but there’s no reason why male collectors wouldn’t want to have it as part of their collection.

The pen is made with 1,888 diamonds in multiple colors that weigh 48 carats, while the crest is made of 161 brilliantly colored diamonds. On top of this, the pen contains a rare gemstone called Tsavorite that originates from Africa and is over 2 billion years old. Based on this, we shouldn’t wonder why the price of this pen is so high.

7. Mystery Masterpiece

 

Specifications

Manufacturer	Montblanc, Van Cleef & Arpels
Price	$730,000
Color	White gold
Unique features	Diamonds Ruby gemstones

Last but not least, we have another Montblanc pen on our list that’s made as a result of the partnership between Van Cleef & Arpels, another prominent brand in the writing equipment industry. 

Even though this one has a lower price point compared to the others mentioned on this list, it’s still a pen that immediately catches your eye.

The pen is made using the Van Cleef & Arpels Mystery Setting technique that conceals the setting holding the gemstones in place, giving the illusion they’re floating. The basis of the pen, on the other hand, is made of pure white gold, and each piece of the pen is a perfect tribute to the exquisite craftsmanship. 

The first edition had ruby gemstones, which were the perfect embellishment to this rare pen, while the following three pens that were released had either rubies, sapphires, or emeralds on top of the diamonds that were part of the initial design. 

Most Expensive Pens in the Truphae Store 

You can also get a touch of luxury for yourself by visiting the most expensive pens section in the Truphae store, where you can browse through high-end writing tools that’ll take your breath away.

1. Stones Fortune Butterfly Sapphires & Diamonds Fountain Pen

Specifications

Manufacturer	St Dupont
Price	$65,000
Color	Blue and gold
Unique features	Diamonds Chalcedony Tourmalines 14-carat solid white gold

The most expensive pen in our store is the eye-catching Butterfly pen by St Dupont. 

The pen symbolizes the metamorphosis process through which the caterpillar turns into a butterfly. It’s a symbol of transformation, embracing change, and coming out of a cocoon, letting the true beauty of this pen shine through.

The pen is made of gold-plated bronze and 14k white gold and embellished with six diamonds, each 1 mm in diameter. 

The brooch is made of Chalcedony and Tourmaline and has a total of 85 sapphires, while the butterfly is made out of 14k solid white gold that weighs 23.3 grams. It’s truly one of the most unparalleled pens in our store.

2. Game of Thrones Winter is Here Solid 18k Gold Fountain Pen

Specifications

Manufacturer	Montegrappa
Price	$63, 000
Color	Gold
Unique features	Gold Precious stones

If you’re a fan of Game of Thrones, this pen will be right up your alley. 

This statement-making writing tool is available in two versions, a sterling silver one and a gold one. The pen’s barrel is a 3-dimensional representation of the Night King made in extreme detail, while the cap is a representation of the dragon Viserion with its tongue coming out of his mouth. 

On the base of the cap, you’ll see a depiction of the dragon breathing crystal blue flames and semi-precious stones that represent his eyes. The gold pieces are available in limited numbers, while the silver ones are available in larger numbers.

3. 18k Solid Gold Fountain Pen Set  

Specifications

Manufacturer	Pineider
Price	$50,000
Color	Gold, Rose gold, and Silver
Unique features	Diamonds Chalcedony Tourmalines 14-carat solid white gold

The third luxury pen on this list is a Truphae Exclusive collection of pens. This ultra-exclusive pen collection is created in a similar manner to jewelry and has a solid 18K gold body together with high-thickness plating and a minimalistic design.

Using a technique called nano fusion, each pen has a semi-transparent top that’s made out of interweaving connections made of gold. And what’s truly special when it comes to this collection is that you can choose a different nib size for each of the pens in the set, which makes this set work for different writing needs.

Conclusion

Owning a one-of-a-kind pen is probably every collector’s dream, and the pens mentioned on this list are truly in a class of their own. 

Most of them have truly unique designs unparalleled by any other luxury pen, which explains their high price. In case you’re interested in adding some of the most expensive pens in the world to your pen collection but don’t have hundreds of thousands to spend, the Truphae store is where you might be able to find your new favorite pen. 

Were you surprised by the price of any of these pens and did you expect that a luxury pen could cost so much? Which was your favorite? What unique pen feature caught your eye the most? Let us know in the comments below.