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Conceived at the intersection of play and precision, the Visconti Backgammon Fountain Pen - Doubling Cube pays tribute to the strategic heart of the game that decides the stakes. The iconic cube becomes a design language, with refined surfaces and carefully rendered numerals calling to mind the decisive moment when the game turns. It is a limited edition statement piece from Visconti, crafted in Italy for collectors who appreciate both cultural symbolism and a deeply considered writing instrument.
This edition celebrates backgammon through thoughtfully composed geometry and rich visual contrast. The doubling cube motif is interpreted with crisp, architectural detailing that evokes the game board's dynamic points and the cube's escalating values, translated into an object intended to be used and savored daily. Subtle play between polished and textured elements enhances the piece's dimensionality, while trim work underscores the graphic clarity that has made the doubling cube an enduring emblem of nerve and nuance.
True to Visconti tradition, the pen is assembled in Italy with a collector's attention to finishing, fit, and tactile balance. The form communicates its inspiration effortlessly, yet the overall silhouette remains purposeful in hand. Decorative elements are integrated to preserve harmony, allowing the design to speak with clarity rather than excess.
At its core, the Backgammon Doubling Cube is a serious writer. The pen is equipped with a Visconti 18k gold nib, available in a full range of sizes from extra fine to a characterful stub, each tuned to deliver consistent flow and a composed, confident line. The nib's elasticity offers gentle feedback and micro-variation that rewards controlled handwriting as well as expressive signatures.
Visconti's power filler vacuum system provides generous ink capacity and dependable performance for extended sessions. The mechanism fills swiftly from bottled ink and delivers a steady feed, minimizing interruptions so the cadence of thought remains unbroken. Paired with the pen's poised ergonomics, it creates a writing experience that feels immediate, fluid, and quietly authoritative.
Founded in Florence in 1988, Visconti has long translated art, culture, and history into writing instruments of substance. The Backgammon Doubling Cube limited edition continues that tradition, connecting Italy's contemporary craftsmanship to a classic game whose origins span centuries and cultures. It is a refined object for the desk, a companion for the page, and a collector's nod to the moment when skill meets boldness.
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Drop Shipping: In the event of errors in our on-hand inventory or to expedite delivery, some items may be drop shipped directly from our US distributors. This means that these items will be shipped directly from the distributor's warehouse to your designated shipping address.
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Exclusions: Currently, we do not offer shipping to Russia and South Africa.
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Refunds: A full refund will be issued for returned items.
Condition of Return: To be eligible for a refund, the item must be returned in its original condition, including all original boxes and packaging.
Restocking Fee: For used items or items missing their original packaging, a 20% restocking fee will be applied.
Refund Method: Refunds will be processed using the original form of payment.
Return Shipping: Customers are responsible for the shipping costs associated with the return, unless the return is due to a product defect or an error on our part.
Return Process: To initiate a return, please contact our customer service team with your order details and the reason for return. Once the return is approved, you will receive further instructions on how to proceed.
Refund Processing Time: Please allow up to 7 business days for the refund to be processed after we receive the returned item.
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