Tag: nib design
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The Unexpected History of Vintage Fountain Pen Nib Designs and Their Reflecting Calligraphic Styles
The humble fountain pen, a seemingly simple writing instrument, holds within its elegant form a rich and often unexpected history. More specifically, the design of its nib – that tiny, seemingly insignificant piece of metal – reflects a fascinating evolution of calligraphic styles and the broader cultural shifts of its time. From the practical to…