Caran d’Ache, maker of fine writing instruments, has added a new piece to its Artiste Collection. The limited edition Tribal African Mask pens are made in 800-solid silver and decorated with detailed sculpting of the African elephant and different African masks, with special features enhanced with gilding.

The tip of the cap is embellished with a cabochon-cut tiger-eye from South Africa, a semi-precious stone. Each pen carries the Caran d’Ache logo and the signature of the artist, Edouard Jud, on the ring.

The fountain pen version of the Tribal African Masks Limited Edition can be used with an ink pump or with cartridges while the roller ball version comes fitted with a fine black roller cartridge. The former is priced at US$11,330 and limited to 128 pieces while the latter goes for US$10,000 and is limited to 64 pieces.

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