Primitive Hand Carved Calligraphy Pen w/ 2x Nibs
 
Nibs: R. Esterbrook Co. (988 Radio Pen) Renowned for its sturdy, rounded, spoon-shaped design, it offers excellent ink capacity and a smooth writing experience, making it perfect for daily writing or calligraphy. These are quality hand ground nibs, often preferred over the later machine-stamped nibs, for their consistency, durability and slight flexibility
 
These pens, individually hand-carved to evoke an ancient charm, are perfect for those who appreciate the beauty of rustic, timeless objects. Primitive handmade calligraphy pens have their roots in the earliest forms of writing, with ancient civilizations using reeds and quills to inscribe on clay tablets and parchment. These early instruments, often crafted from natural materials like bamboo and feathers, required skill and precision to achieve the detailed strokes characteristic of historical calligraphy. Whether as a pastime or hobby, calligraphy offers to elevate writing to an ancient art form.
 
In 19th and early 20th century America, children typically learned penmanship with dip pens between the ages of 7 and 12, marking an important stage in their education.