Montblanc Writers Edition Homage to Jane Austen Limited Edition

Timeless elegance and sharp wit—Jane Austen’s legacy as one of the most influential voices in English literature continues to inspire readers around the world. Known for her keen observations of society and enduring characters, her work remains a cornerstone of classic storytelling.With her graceful prose and brilliant social commentary, Jane Austen captured the complexities of love, class, and character in Regency England. Her novels, including Pride and Prejudice and Emma, have secured her place among the literary greats. Writers Edition Homage to Jane Austen Limited Edition 1813 transports us to the landscape of Hampshire, where, from 1809, Jane Austen found the quiet and inspiration she needed to be able to complete and publish her famous novels.

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This special edition evokes the refined world of the Regency era, a time when grand country estates served as the backdrop for lavish gatherings and carefully arranged courtships. The barrel, crafted from sandstone-grey resin, features elegant fluting inspired by classical columns, along with Jane Austen’s signature as a subtle nod to her literary legacy.

The cap, rendered in a dignified grey-blue hue, mirrors the style of the Regency-era double-collared coats worn by gentlemen like Mr. Darcy. Gold-coated rings and platinum-plated accents enhance the sophisticated design, while the Roman numeral engraving XLIII on the cap ring points to the chapter in Pride and Prejudice where Elizabeth Bennet first glimpses Darcy’s estate—an unforgettable moment in the novel.

The top of the cap, the phrase “By a Lady”, as seen on the original title page of Sense and Sensibility in 1811, is inscribed around the Montblanc emblem. The overall shape of the pen resembles a traditional wax seal stamp, evoking the art of letter-writing. The clip, with its drawstring-like design, is styled after a reticule—the small yet essential handbag used by Regency women to carry their daily necessities.

Limited Edition 1813-Fountain pen, Rollerball pen

In tribute to Pride and Prejudice, perhaps Jane Austen’s most iconic novel first published in 1813, the cap ring bears the Roman numerals XXXIV—a nod to the chapter where the proud Mr. Darcy makes his proposal to the fiercely independent Elizabeth Bennet. Surrounding the Montblanc emblem in luminous mother-of-pearl, the wooden inlay is engraved with the simple but powerful phrase “By a Lady,” echoing the modest authorship credit on the title page of her debut novel Sense and Sensibility in 1811. The design of the pen reflects the charm of the Regency era, with a silhouette reminiscent of a wax seal stamp—much like those Austen may have used in her correspondence. Its rhodium-coated clip, shaped like a braided cord, recalls the drawstring closures of reticules—elegant pouches that carried a lady’s daily essentials. As a tribute to Austen’s literary legacy, her only known silhouette is finely engraved on the handcrafted, two-tone 18K gold nib. Limited to just 1,813 pieces, this special edition commemorates the year her most beloved novel was released and honours Jane Austen’s enduring influence as a writer whose wit and wisdom continue to captivate generations.

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Travel plays a significant role in Jane Austen’s stories, often sparking emotional turmoil & growth and key romantic developments. Drawing inspiration from the horse-drawn carriages of her era, the barrel of this writing instrument features a ruthenium-coated solid 18K gold skeleton, reminiscent of a carriage harness. Beneath it, a flowing lacquer design evokes the graceful motion of a horse’s mane. The cap, crafted from embossed English cowhide in a warm yellow tone, mirrors the luxurious interiors of Regency-era carriages. A solid 18K gold inlay, coated in ruthenium, bears Jane Austen’s initials—replicating the monogram found on a keepsake box made for her by her brother. Paying tribute to Pride and Prejudice, the cap ring is engraved with the Roman numerals “LVI”—a reference to Chapter 56, where Lady Catherine de Bourgh confronts Elizabeth Bennet in a tense carriage visit to assert her influence.

Though her novels were immediate successes, Jane Austen initially published them anonymously; Sense and Sensibility, released in 1811, was credited only to “A Lady”—a phrase now elegantly engraved on the top of the cap alongside the Montblanc emblem in signature gold. The shape of the pen takes cues from a traditional wax seal stamp, the kind Austen herself might have used. Its unique clip, coated in signature gold and styled like a drawstring cord, is inspired by the reticules—small pouches used to carry a mirror, powder, and handkerchief—that were essential accessories for women of the time.

An engraved rendering of the only known silhouette of Jane Austen graces the handcrafted, bi-colour 18K gold nib, while signature gold fittings and accents complete the sophisticated design. Only 97 pieces exist worldwide, a tribute to the year 1797, when Austen first submitted Pride and Prejudice for publication.

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This exceptional edition immerses connoisseurs of fine writing instruments in the elegance of the Regency period—a time when grand country estates set the stage for lavish gatherings aimed at strengthening social ties and orchestrating marriages. These glittering balls were highlights of provincial life, where, as Jane Austen famously noted in Chapter 3 of Pride and Prejudice, “To be fond of dancing was a certain step towards falling in love.” This line is beautifully engraved on the cap ring of the edition. Inspired by the ornate lace adorning ball gowns of the era, the cap and barrel showcase an intricate net-like pattern. Interwoven within is a feather motif, reimagined from a decorative needle case gifted by Austen to her niece, Louisa. This element has been translated into an artful combination of turquoise and yellow sapphire inlays, set with the precision of fine jewelry. At the base of the pen, a cabochon-cut turquoise stone crowns the signature gold cone, complemented by engraved lines that trace the steps of a traditional country dance—a nod to the structured elegance of Regency soirées. While Austen’s novels were published anonymously, her voice was unmistakably present in the more than 3,000 personal letters she penned—each one sealed with her distinctive personal stamp. Echoing this legacy, the design of this writing instrument echoes the form of a wax seal, a meaningful detail that ties it to Austen’s private world. The cap top is adorned with the Montblanc emblem set in mother-of-pearl, surrounded by rich blue lacquer and the delicate intarsia inscription “by Jane Austen.” Encircling the top ring are the names of the five Bennet sisters, immortalized in fine engraving, while a ruby set in a rhombus adds a touch of radiant elegance. The clip, plated in signature gold, is crafted in the shape of a braided drawstring, resembling the classic reticules carried by refined ladies of the era. A final flourish—a citrine stone cut in an antique rectangular rose style—was inspired by a pendant once owned by Austen herself. At the heart of the instrument, the handcrafted bi-colour 18K gold nib features an engraving of Austen’s known silhouette—her graceful features captured in timeless form—while the forepart bears her signature in delicate script. A translucent turquoise lacquer graces the solid gold ring, chosen to reflect the hue of her favourite piece of jewellery. Limited to only eight pieces worldwide, this rare collector’s edition pays homage to one of literature’s most celebrated voices—whose wit, keen insight, and literary brilliance continue to captivate generations.

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