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Warm, burnished, and unmistakably characterful, Diamine Ink Bottle - Ancient Copper brings a copper-tinged brown that turns everyday notes into richly shaded lines. The hue sits between autumnal orange and classic brown, offering inviting depth without overpowering the page.
Color & Character
Ancient Copper shows remarkable range: lighter strokes lean toward ochre, while pooled areas deepen to chestnut. The clean, water-based dye formulation supports reliable performance and easy maintenance. It is a favorite among enthusiasts for expressive shading and day-to-day versatility, crafted by Diamine in the UK, a maker with roots dating to 1864.
Writing Experience
In fine nibs it reads as a warm, readable brown; broader or wetter nibs reveal dramatic shading and a softly deepened edge on quality papers. Flow is consistent and well-behaved across a wide variety of pens and papers, with dry times that naturally vary by nib size and paper stock. Ideal for journaling, correspondence, and sketch accents. As with any fountain pen ink, routine cleaning is recommended when changing colors.
Technical Specifications
- Brand: Diamine
- Ink name: Ancient Copper
- Color family: Brown (copper-toned)
- Ink type: Water-based dye fountain pen ink
- Characteristics: Notable shading; balanced saturation
- Suitable for: Most fountain pens and converters
- Origin: United Kingdom
Love the ink. I've been using it in a Lamy Al-star.
Diamine is known for vibrancy and they don't let us down here. The Ancient Copper is a beautiful warm brown, pooling darker where the pen lingers. I usually prefer jewel tones and rainbow vibrancy, so I was surprised when I fell in love instantly with Ancient Copper. I used up the sample I had and bought the 80ml bottle from Truphae. Zero regrets!
