January- Garnet
Graf von Faber-Castell Garnet Red ink and Kaweco Classic Sport fountain pen in Bordeaux |
February- Amethyst
Monteverde Amethyst ink and Pilot Metropolitan Retro Pop Purple fountain pen |
March- Aquamarine
Robert Oster Australian Sky Blue ink and Pilot Plumix Light Blue 1.0mm Stub Nib fountain pen |
April- Diamond
Diamine Moon Dust and TWSBI Diamond 580 fountain pen |
May- Emerald
J.Herbin Emerald of Chivor 1670 Anniversary ink and Aurora Ipsilon Green fountain pen |
June- Alexandrite
Robert Oster Peppermint with a Lamy Al-Star Purple |
July- Ruby
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Monteverde Ruby with a Pilot Stargazer Ruby Red
Rubies have a long-standing place in history as the gems of royalty, as well as offering such powers as guaranteed health, wealth, wisdom, and success in love to the wearer. This deep, rich red jewel inspires a whole host of feelings and serves as a muse for many. Convey its power by picking up the Pilot Stargazer fountain pen in Ruby Red ($152) filled with Monteverde Ruby ink (90ml bottle, $15). The heavenly golden sheen and gorgeous shading of the ink will gleam when using the smooth 14kt nib of the Stargazer. Your writing will outshine all the rest!
August- Peridot
This green gem is hot! The gemstone variety of the mineral olivine, peridot is primarily found encased inside of lava flows and molten rock. It gets its signature green from its iron-rich chemical composition. Not only is the gem a gorgeous sight to behold, but it provides the perfect inspiration for a pen and ink pairing to write away the last golden summer days in August. The rich golden-green of Monteverde Olivine (90ml bottle, $15) plays perfectly against the swirled body of the Delta Journal in Olive ($120), highlighting the olive green tones.
September- Sapphire
Nobility. Truth. Sincerity. Faithfulness. The precious blue gemstone known as sapphire is, by far, one of the most recognizable jewels out there. Sapphires have adorned some of the most famous pieces of jewelry in recent history and have historically been worn by royalty and clergy for its perceived protection powers. The sapphire-inspired pen and ink pairing we have chosen is fit for a king or queen. The Edison Beaumont Sapphire Flake ($149) and Robert Oster Midnight Sapphire (50ml bottle, $16) both offer depth and dimension that rivals the facets of the best and brightest sapphire.
October- Opal
Opal is definitely one of the more intriguing gems on this list and finding a pen and ink to match took some imagination. It is often described as kaleidoscopic and features a rainbow of colors, thanks to the stacked silica molecules that diffract light. This stone is heavily surrounded by superstition, fitting for the birthstone of the month that includes Halloween! The Romans believed it was the most precious and powerful of all gems and, to this day, some consider it unlucky for anyone not born in October to wear opal. To capture this stone's multicolored appearance, the Visconti Van Gogh Self Portrait ($289 MSRP, Log into your Goulet Pens account to see our best available price) with its swirled colorful body seems to resemble the beauty of the opal. Diamine Pink Glitz (50ml bottle, $20) in all its rich pink shimmery glory was the perfect ink to top off the comparison!
November- Topaz
It takes a seriously stunning pen and ink to replicate the beauty of topaz. The name "Topaz" originates from the Sanskrit word for fire. This stone was also regarded by the ancient Greeks as a source of strength. Arm yourself for some strong writing adventures and fan the flames of your inspiration with the Conklin Duragraph fountain pen in Amber ($52), inked with Monteverde Topaz (90ml bottle, $15). This pen is a much-loved part of many fountain pen collections, sturdy and iconic for anytime inspiration strikes. The coordinating Monteverde ink pairs perfectly for a dazzling duo worthy of the gemstone name.
December- Turquoise
Not only is turquoise a gorgeous color for fountain pen ink, but the stone for which it is named has been a sought after adornment for centuries. A harbinger of good health, good fortune, and protection from evil, turquoise has spanned the centuries, from ancient Egyptian tombs to modern Native American jewelry. It's easy to see why it is such a desirable hue to replicate. To capture the cool blue beauty of this stone, we've chosen the eye-catching Edison Nouveau Premiere Caribbean Sea fountain pen ($149) and Noodler's Navajo Turquoise ink (3oz bottle, $12.50) as the complement. Grab this tranquil pen and ink and write your way to a happy, healthy, prosperous year!
To learn more fun facts about these head-turning gemstones, check out the Gemological Institute of America's Gem Encyclopedia. If you'd like to shop all these dazzling pens and inks all on one page, head on over to the Birthstone Pens and Inks shopping guide!
How do you feel about your birthstone pairing?
Write on,
The Goulet Pen Company Team
August- Peridot
Monteverde Olivine with a Delta Journal Olive |
September- Sapphire
Robert Oster Midnight Sapphire with an Edison Beaumont Sapphire Flake |
October- Opal
Diamine Pink Glitz with a Visconti Van Gogh Self Protrait |
November- Topaz
Monteverde Topaz with a Conklin Duragraph Amber |
December- Turquoise
Noodler's Navajo Turquoise with an Edison Nouveau Premiere Caribbean Sea |
To learn more fun facts about these head-turning gemstones, check out the Gemological Institute of America's Gem Encyclopedia. If you'd like to shop all these dazzling pens and inks all on one page, head on over to the Birthstone Pens and Inks shopping guide!
How do you feel about your birthstone pairing?
Write on,
The Goulet Pen Company Team