{"product_id":"aurora-88-ebanite","title":"88 Ebanite","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAurora 88 Ebanite\u003c\/strong\u003e is a fountain pen with classic shapes, crafted from one of the most historic and sought-after materials for writing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Aurora 88 Ebanite pen and the historical material\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 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: \u003cstrong\u003eebonite\u003c\/strong\u003e, used for fountain pens since the very first models of the early 20th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eRead more\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEbonite 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompared to modern resin, this \u003cstrong\u003ehistoric ebonite pen\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/it.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Ebanite\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eWikipedia\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 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 \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/aurora-88\"\u003eAurora 88\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat is the ebonite used in the Aurora 88 Ebanite?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhy choose an ebonite pen instead of one in resin?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEbonite 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs the manufacturing of ebonite different from that of resin?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, ebonite requires slower, more artisanal turning, which is why pens made of this material are often offered in more limited editions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e","brand":"Aurora","offers":[{"title":"Extra Fine","offer_id":56165151867145,"sku":"A888CEP.EF","price":888.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fine","offer_id":56165151899913,"sku":"A888CEP.F","price":888.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Medium","offer_id":56165151932681,"sku":"A888CEP.M","price":888.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ampio","offer_id":56165151965449,"sku":"A888CEP.B","price":888.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/8797\/7993\/files\/88EbaniteMagenta2Q.jpg?v=1758625838","url":"https:\/\/www.pens.business\/en\/products\/aurora-88-ebanite","provider":"pens.business by Giardino Italiano","version":"1.0","type":"link"}