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Explore the Henry Simpole Chatsworth Collection today to find the perfect pen for your writing needs.\u003c\/span\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"henry-simpole-chatsworth-blue-stardust","title":"Henry Simpole Chatsworth Blue Stardust","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a Conway Stewart Chatsworth Blue Stardust by Henry Simpole. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eONLY 4 AVAILABLE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Chatsworth Collection was launched in 2008 in 3 popular Conway Stewart colours; \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eClassic Black, Blue Stardust, and Red Stardust.\u003c\/span\u003e We have a small number of each colour from Henry's Estate. 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For every Simpole designed overlay for Conway Stewart, Henry meticulously works into the design the initials ‘C’ \u0026amp; ‘S’ for Conway Stewart. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSimpole took his inspiration for his pattern ideas from sources as varied as antique theatre programmes and vintage ornament storage boxes, as well from his extensive library of great artists: Rene Lalique, William Morris, Moorcroft and numerous others, with especial attention to his favourite, Alphonse Mucha.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable as a Fountain Pen \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eWith a choice of Extra Fine, Fine, Medium or Broad 2-tone 18ct gold Conway Stewart nibs. 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These were Henry Simpole's own pens and are all hall-marked with his HCS mark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Sterling Silver filigree is by far the most detailed and intricate filigree design that Henry ever made for Conway Stewart.  The Chatsworth design incorporates delicate lace-like strands of silver with a graceful and enchanting bow whose design was drawn from a much loved Valentines card. 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Traditionally, pen manufacturers in the early twentieth century used Vulcanite\/(often red) or Ebonite (often black) to make their pens. This hard rubber material has a distinctive odour that will remind you of the delight of vintage pens.  These photographs can not show the true beauty of this matt red material that  works perfectly with the Sterling Silver overlays. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Heartfelt Tribute\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe pen is named in honour of Jasmin Cameron, a founding member of the Writing Equipment Society. Her advice, kindness, and support helped inspire Henry to pursue his career in pen making. This limited-edition piece is his tribute to her early encouragement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCustomisation Options\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEach pen is fitted with an 18ct gold Conway Stewart nib, available in Extra Fine, Fine, Medium, or Broad. 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Traditionally, pen manufacturers in the early twentieth century used Vulcanite\/(often red) or Ebonite (often black) to make their pens. This hard rubber material has a distinctive odour that will remind you of the delight of vintage pens.  These photographs can not show the true beauty of this matt red material that  works perfectly with the vermeil overlays.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e A unique clip, designed by Henry himself and engraved with HCS, sets this pen apart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Heartfelt Tribute\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe pen is named in honour of Jasmin Cameron, a founding member of the Writing Equipment Society. Her advice, kindness, and support helped inspire Henry to pursue his career in pen making. 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Last year, the few remaining William Morris pens sold out in days, and early this year the Jasmin Pen also sold out in days. Now we proudly present The Snake Pen – ONLY 9 Sterling Silver pens.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesign and Craftsmanship\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHenry designed his famous Snake pen in early 2000’s and has a three-dimensional snake with real emeralds for eyes on the cap and on the barrel. These original overlays are made in Sterling Silver, and have the full London Assay Office hallmarks along with Henry’s personal initials (HCS), ensuring its quality and authenticity. On these 9 pens, we have made a few improvements to make them perfect for day to day use if required; the base pen is made in high density black acrylic for robustness, each pen is fitted with a Conway Stewart 2-tone 18ct gold size 6 nib renown for its buttery smooth writing and instead of a button feeder, these have cartridge\/converters for ease of use.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistory of the Snake Pen (from Henry’s original Snake pen brochure)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSnake pens are beautiful, much coveted and extremely hard to find – which is why they are considered by some to be nothing short of a Holy Grail for pen collectors. In the early 1900’s fountain pens were made in hard rubber invariably black, but designers wanted to create more than a uniform black writing instrument. The largest producers of fountain pens of the time realised this and commissioned New Jersey jeweller George W Heath to make precious overlays that fitted over the black base pens and he designed the original Snake pen. Parker \u0026amp; Waterman both sold Snake themed pens, and today pen collectors the world over dream of finding an original 1900’s Heath Snake pen.\u003cbr\u003eAll the allure of the originals have been captured by Henry is this exquisite creation. With its blend of fine craftsmanship, history, and exclusivity, The Snake Pen by Henry Simpole is more than just a writing instrument – it is a true collector’s item.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCustomisation Options\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEach pen is fitted with an 18ct gold Conway Stewart nib, available in Extra Fine, Fine, Medium, or Broad. 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As a silversmith he had a global reputation and in 2004 he started his association with Conway Stewart by designing the Centenary Pen.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Henry Simpole Special - Sterling Silver \u003c\/strong\u003e- To celebrate his life (July 1952 - June 2020), we have obtained 20 original Snake cap overlays from the executors of Henry's Estate, and with his sister's blessing made this very special pen. These original snake caps made from Sterling Silver have real emeralds jewels inset for the eyes, and each cap has the full London Assay Office hallmarks along with Henry’s personal initials (HCS), ensuring its quality and authenticity. The high-density black polished barrels have a facsimile of his signature, and the edition number and the words \"Henry Simpole Special\", \"Made in England\".  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLimited Edition of only 20 pens (15 in Sterling Silver and 5 in Vermeil)\u003c\/strong\u003e the sterling silver version are numbered 01\/20 to 15\/20\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesign and Craftsmanship\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHenry designed his original Snake pen in 2000 and it launched his career as one of the world's leading pen overlay makers. It had a three-dimensional snake with real emeralds for eyes. Henry spent a year perfecting his design, and wrote on the brochure;-\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\" I realise most limited edition fountain pens are kept in mint condition - never filled or used to write a single word. My snake pen has been made as a working writing instrument and I hope some will be enjoyed and used on a daily basis for their handling and beauty\" \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistory of the Snake Pen (from Henry’s original Snake pen brochure)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSnake pens are beautiful, much coveted and extremely hard to find – which is why they are considered by some to be nothing short of a Holy Grail for pen collectors. In the early 1900’s fountain pens were made in hard rubber invariably black, but designers wanted to create more than a uniform black writing instrument. The largest producers of fountain pens of the time realised this and commissioned New Jersey jeweller George W Heath to make precious overlays that fitted over the black base pens and he designed the original Snake pen. Parker \u0026amp; Waterman both sold Snake themed pens, and today pen collectors the world over dream of finding an original 1900’s Heath Snake pen.\u003cbr\u003eAll the allure of the originals have been captured by Henry with this exquisite cap. With its blend of fine craftsmanship, history, and exclusivity, The Henry Simpole Special is more than just a writing instrument – it is a tribute to one of the world's greatest pen designers.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCustomisation Options\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEach pen is fitted with an 18ct gold Conway Stewart nib, available in Extra Fine, Fine, Medium, or Broad. 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