Columbus Extra 55
Key Attributes
| Brand | Columbus |
| Model | 55 |
| Country Of Origin | Italy |
| Era | 1950s |
| Filling System | lever-filler |
| Nib Material | gold |
| Body Material | celluloid |
| Colorway | blue variegated striated |
| Condition Grade | very-good |
| Rarity | uncommon |
About this Fountain pen
Vintage Columbus 55 fountain pen from the 1950s in variegated striated celluloid, fitted with an original 14 ct gold nib. A lever-filling Italian collectible with classic mid-century styling and patterned barrel material.
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