In 1774, Francesco Pineider opened his first shop in the heart of Florence, in the magnificent Piazza della Signoria, opposite Michelangelo’s David. For 243 years, Pineider has been applying traditional Italian methods to the production of its world-renowned, hand-dyed watermarked paper, leather goods, custom stationery and desk sets. Now Pineider introduces two new collections of writing instruments designed by the incomparable Dante del Vecchio, creator of amazing Italian pens for over 30 years. The new Grande Bellezza (or Great Beauty, which it is!) limited editions pens are the perfect example of exquisite Italian craftsmanship, individually hand-turned from solid bars of gorgeous Italian resins in Sunset Red or Dolomite Green, and polished to a mirror finish. The handcrafted, marinegrade stainless steel clip is shaped like a quill; on top of the cap you will find the Pineider crest. Grande Bellezza is available in three modes: fountain pen with an 18K gold nib, capped rollerball or twist ball pen. The capped pens feature dual pole magnets on the grip and end that snaps together with a twist-lock action. Grande Bellezza pens are limited to 774 of each style. Every Pineider writing instrument is shipped in a unique gift box that includes Pineider stationery cards.