Montegrappa

Italian pen maker in Bassano del Grappa, the oldest in Italy, known for pens in silver and celluloid.

Montegrappa was founded in Bassano del Grappa at the foot of Monte Grappa. The pens were made in gold, silver and celluloid and were used by soldiers and writers.

Ernest Hemingway was stationed in the area during the First World War and is often mentioned in the firm's history. Montegrappa is now owned by the Aquila family and still manufactures in Bassano.

Silver with Italian hallmarks and Montegrappa engraved on the cap.

Marbled celluloid and silver ornament.

• Pens and writing