About Visconti Homo Sapiens Limited Edition Fountain Pen - Midnight in Florence
The Visconti Homo Sapiens demonstrator collection offers the Iris Garden version, available in a Limited Edition run of 388 pens worldwide, each one bearing its own individual number and is available as a Fountain Pen or Rollerball Pen.
This pen is a tribute to the delicate beauty and ephemeral elegance of the irises that bloom between the end of April and the end of May in the historic Giardino dell’Iris (Iris Garden) in Florence, which is located near the Piazzale Michelangelo and offers a stunning view of the city.
The history of the so-called “lily of Florence” is controversial. It seems that it originated from a white Iris, the Iris Florentina, which grew abundantly in the Arno Valley during the Florentine Republic and which the people called “ghiacciolo” or icicle, for its white, slightly bluish colour. The iris is not only a symbol of Florence, but also of its rich history and culture. The lily was adopted as the emblem of the city in the 11th century, when it was used to decorate the banners and shields of the Florentine soldiers. The lily also represents wisdom, courage and faith, qualities that have characterised Florence throughout the centuries.
The trim is rose gold plated and the nib is produced from 18ct rose gold and is available in a range of grades.
Fitted with Visconti's Double Reservoir Power Filler system and presented in an elegant storage box.
| Brand | Visconti |
|---|---|
| Product Type | Fountain Pen |
| Barcode(s) | 8057968334458, 8057968334502, 8050628643655, 8050628643686, 8057968334489, |
| SKU/Product Code(s) | VIS-KP15-41-FPEF, VIS-KP15-41-FPF, VIS-KP15-41-FPM, VIS-KP15-41-FPB, VIS-KP15-41-FPS, |
UK Delivery
We dispatch all orders over the value of £30 with Royal Mail Tracked 48 free postage. Orders with a value of up to £30 are charged £3.00. There is an option to upgrade your postage to Tracked 24 or Special Delivery for the following supplemental costs:
| Order Value |
Royal Mail Tracked 48 |
Royal Mail Tracked 24 | Royal Mail 1pm Special Delivery |
| Up to £30.00 | £3.00 | £5.50 | £7.50 |
| £30.01 to £75.00 | Free | £2.50 | £7.50 |
| £75.01 to £150.00 | Free | Free | £7.50 |
| £150.01 + | Free | Free | Free |
Most orders received before 12 noon Mon-Fri will be shipped the same day and will generally arrive within three working days after posting. Please note this is based on stock availability and the ability of Royal Mail to meet their own delivery guidelines. We will endeavour to contact you if our stocks are depleted at the time of your order. Orders placed after 12 noon on Friday will be dispatched the following Monday and are subject to stock availability.
Special Delivery
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Saturday Delivery
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However you must place your order before 12 noon on the Friday if you require this service. Please feel free to call us for stock availability before placing your order.
Failed Deliveries
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International Delivery
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Note that for international orders we will ONLY deliver to the address of the card used to purchase the goods.
As with all foreign imports, you are liable for any taxes and duties imposed by your local taxation authority (e.g. customs duty, excise duty and/or import tax). It is important that you check these rates before ordering as The Hamilton Pen Company will not be held responsible for any additional charges.
