• Aurora - Stilografica 88 Ebanite
  • Aurora - Stilografica 88 Ebanite
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88 Ebanite

88 Ebanite

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Limited Edition

288 fountain pens in the world

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18Kt gold EF, F, M, B

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The Aurora 88 Ebanite is a fountain pen with classic shapes, crafted from one of the most historic and sought-after materials for writing.

The Aurora 88 Ebanite pen and the historical material

A fountain pen from the 88 series, featuring classic shapes with rounded ends in a refined and precious version. It is made from the most traditional of materials: ebonite, used for fountain pens since the very first models of the early 20th century.

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Ebonite is obtained from a mixture of natural rubber and mineral and organic substances. Throughout the twentieth century, it was gradually replaced by plastics, which were cheaper and easier to color in mass production.

Compared to modern resin, this historic ebonite pen offers a warmer feel when held in the hand and a slower artisanal manufacturing process, which requires greater experience from the turner. For this reason, ebonite pens are often offered in more limited editions than resin models.

The 88 series is one of Aurora's historic models, recognizable by its rounded shapes and balanced proportions. In the ebonite version, this stylistic heritage is combined with a material that collectors and enthusiasts appreciate for its direct link to the history of fountain pen writing. To learn more about the origin and properties of ebonite, you can consult the dedicated entry on Wikipedia.

A suitable choice for those looking for an Aurora 88 Ebanite pen with a more artisanal soul, to accompany other models in the 88 collection such as the Aurora 88.

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What is the ebonite used in the Aurora 88 Ebanite?

It is a material obtained from the vulcanization of natural rubber, used since the early 1900s for fountain pens due to its lightness and warm feel.

Why choose an ebonite pen instead of one in resin?

Ebonite offers a warmer feel and a more traditional manufacturing process compared to modern resin, and is appreciated by collectors for its connection to the history of fountain pens.

Is the manufacturing of ebonite different from that of resin?

Yes, ebonite requires slower, more artisanal turning, which is why pens made of this material are often offered in more limited editions.

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Ebonite, a traditional material

The Aurora 88 Ebonite was also made in black/yellow (sold out) and black/blue (sold out)

Aurora - Stilografica 88 Ebanite magenta

Ebonite is a material composed of rubber and sulfur, vulcanized at high temperatures for prolonged periods.
Also known as "hard rubber," it is still used for fountain pens, pipe mouthpieces, and musical instruments due to its hardness and durability.

In the Aurora 88 Ebonite, at the top of the cap, an ebonite hemisphere shows the spiral striation of the material.

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