{"product_id":"cross-century-ii-mechanical-pencil-red-marble","title":"Cross Century II Mechanical Pencil - Red Marble","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Cross Century II Mechanical Pencil in Red Marble pairs a richly patterned lacquer finish with warm gold-tone appointments. Dark marbled markings flow through the red surface, giving this classic writing instrument a distinctive character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCraftsmanship \u0026amp; Design\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCentury II takes the familiar styling of the original Classic Century and gives it a fuller profile. Its tapered barrel, conical top, and slender pocket clip preserve the recognizable Cross silhouette, with balanced proportions suited to everyday use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis example features red marbled lacquer across the upper and lower body, complemented by gold-tone trim at the top, center band, clip, and writing tip. The accompanying photographs show the actual pencil offered.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCollector \u0026amp; Design Context\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Red Marble finish adds visual depth to the Century II's restrained design. It offers an expressive alternative to a plain metal or solid-color finish, whether used at a desk or kept alongside other Cross writing instruments.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWriting Experience\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe refillable mechanism uses 0.7mm lead for notes, annotations, and general writing. Replaceable lead keeps the pencil practical for regular use, combining the convenience of a mechanical pencil with the enduring styling of the Century II collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBrand Heritage\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCross traces its history to 1846 and has a long association with mechanical pencils and refillable pens. The Century II carries that tradition forward through a fuller interpretation of the company's classic design.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cross\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Century II\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Red Marble\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrim:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gold-tone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWriting Mode:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mechanical pencil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLead Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.7mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMechanism:\u003c\/strong\u003e Refillable mechanical pencil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Cross","offers":[{"title":"0.7mm","offer_id":67880891154707,"sku":"CR-CII-RM-MP","price":159.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2083\/6627\/files\/cross-century-ii-red-marble-pencil-77.jpg?v=1793303174","url":"https:\/\/www.truphaeinc.com\/products\/cross-century-ii-mechanical-pencil-red-marble","provider":"Truphae","version":"1.0","type":"link"}