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Visconti Homo Sapiens Lava Color Blue Ultramarine Fountain Pen brings a vivid blue expression to one of modern fountain-pen design's most recognizable platforms. The Lava Color collection retains the Homo Sapiens' basaltic-lava foundation while introducing a richly colored surface treatment that gives the pen a more contemporary, oceanic character without sacrificing the tactile feel that made the line distinctive.
The body is formed from treated basaltic lava sourced from Mount Etna and blended with resin, then finished in Blue Ultramarine. That combination gives the pen a subtly tactile surface that feels different from polished acrylic or conventional resin. The color treatment is not merely decorative: it highlights the material's natural depth while an anti-stain finish helps keep the pen looking clean during use and refilling.
A large 14k gold nib provides the writing character expected from a Homo Sapiens, with the Broad and 1.3mm Stub options offering two distinct expressions. Broad delivers a generous, rounded line suited to saturated inks and bold handwriting, while the 1.3mm Stub adds more visible line variation for signatures, headings, and expressive everyday writing. The vacuum Power Filler system supports a substantial ink supply and reinforces the pen's purposeful, engineering-led feel.
The Homo Sapiens has become a modern reference point for collectors because it approaches luxury penmaking through material innovation rather than ornament alone. Lava Color Blue Ultramarine is especially appealing for the way it combines the familiar basaltic-lava concept with a more vivid finish, making it an easy choice for someone who wants a technically interesting Visconti that feels less traditional than Bronze Age or Dark Age.
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Special Request Items and Custom-Made Products: Certain items, such as special request items or custom-made products, may require additional shipping time. In such cases, please allow up extra time for these items to be shipped.
Pre-Orders: Any items available for pre-order will have the estimated delivery date listed in the product description.
Product Descriptions: We highly recommend reading the product descriptions carefully before making a purchase, especially for items with extended shipping times. Any information regarding extended shipping times or special requirements will be mentioned in the product description.
Drop Shipping: In the event of errors in our on-hand inventory or to expedite delivery, some items may be drop shipped directly from our US distributors. This means that these items will be shipped directly from the distributor's warehouse to your designated shipping address.
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Free Shipping: We offer free shipping for all U.S. orders over $20, including Alaska and Hawaii.
Standard Shipping Fee: For U.S. orders below $20, a flat shipping fee of $5.99 will be applied.
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Shipping Rates: International shipping rates are calculated based on the weight of the package and the destination country.
Exclusions: Currently, we do not offer shipping to Russia and South Africa.
Please note that shipping times may vary depending on the destination and other factors beyond our control. Customs duties, taxes, and any additional fees associated with international shipments are the responsibility of the customer.
Refunds: A full refund will be issued for returned items.
Condition of Return: To be eligible for a refund, the item must be returned in its original condition, including all original boxes and packaging.
Restocking Fee: For used items or items missing their original packaging, a 20% restocking fee will be applied.
Refund Method: Refunds will be processed using the original form of payment.
Return Shipping: Customers are responsible for the shipping costs associated with the return, unless the return is due to a product defect or an error on our part.
Return Process: To initiate a return, please contact our customer service team with your order details and the reason for return. Once the return is approved, you will receive further instructions on how to proceed.
Refund Processing Time: Please allow up to 7 business days for the refund to be processed after we receive the returned item.
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