Description
Retro 51 brings history and artistry together with the Smithsonian Rollerball Pen collection, each pen celebrating the rich cultural and natural heritage preserved by the Smithsonian.
The options:
Bison – Standing Strong
The bison acid-etched into a stonewashed copper barrel results in a timeworn appearance reminiscent of a vintage American coin; the Smithsonian Bison: Standing Strong design celebrates an iconic American animal and the enduring spirit it represents.
– Acid-etched Bison with a Stonewashed Copper finish
– Stonewashed Pewter Accents.
Hummingbird & Flowers
Celebrate the delicate beauty of the natural world with vibrant hummingbirds depicted in flight among colourful flowers. This lively design brings movement, colour and botanical detail to a sophisticated writing instrument.
– Reminiscent of the art of wood carving.
– Design acid-etched on barrel.
– Stonewashed Copper trims.
Bijutsukai – Asian Fan
Inspired by traditional Asian decorative art, the Bijutsukai – Asian Fan design features intricate fan motifs and elegant detailing. Its refined artwork reflects centuries of artistic craftsmanship and cultural heritage.
– Japanese art printed on barrel
– Stonewashed Pewter trims.
Panda
A charming design celebrating one of the world’s most recognisable and beloved animals, bringing the natural-history inspiration of the Smithsonian to an everyday writing instrument.
– Pandas printed on textured barrel.
– Antique Silver trims.
Corona National Museum of African American History & Culture
The design that started this collection was inspired by the Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History & Culture, connecting the writing instrument with the preservation and celebration of African American history and culture.
– Matte Black Nickel trims.
– Reminiscent of the ornamental bronze-colored metal lattice that covers the outside of the National Museum of African American History and Culture building in Washington D.C.
Dinosaur Fossil
Perfect for natural-history enthusiasts, the Dinosaur Fossil design draws inspiration from the fascinating prehistoric specimens preserved and studied by museums and scientific institutions.
– Plated in stonewashed copper to give it an unearthed look and finally top printed in ivory to highlight the several dinosaurs that wrap around the barrel, including a tyrannosaurs rex!
Wright Brothers Aeroplane
A tribute to the pioneering spirit of aviation, the Wright Brothers Aeroplane design celebrates Orville and Wilbur Wright and their historic contribution to powered flight. Featuring an aeroplane-inspired design, this edition brings a piece of aviation history to Retro 51’s classic Tornado rollerball format.
– Printed aeroplane schematics.
– Antique Copper accents.
About Retro 51
Retro 1951 is a proudly Texas based company, founded in 1990, with a focus on unique gifts and fine writing instruments since its origin.
They’re on a quest since to bring joy, vibrancy, excitement and value to the current offering of writing instruments and accessories. They know a pen is more than a tool to write, it should be a reflection of the one wielding it and they want to ensure there’s a pen that reflects everyone.
