Aurora 88 Gold Plated Cap Large Fountain Pen

The Aurora 88—known in Italian as the Ottantotto—is more than just a pen; it’s a piece of writing history. Originally designed in the 1950s by acclaimed industrial designer Marcello Nizzoli, the 88 quickly became a symbol of post-war elegance and innovation. Today, that legacy continues with the Large model, which pairs a deep black resin barrel with a gleaming gold-plated cap—a nod to the golden age of writing instruments.

Fitted with Aurora’s own 14k gold nib, hand-finished for precision and character, the 88 offers a writing experience that’s fluid, expressive, and uniquely Italian. Its piston-filling mechanism includes a hidden ink reserve, ideal for long writing sessions or travel, while the transparent ink window discreetly shows when a refill is near.

Made entirely in Aurora’s Torino workshop, the 88 is a true classic—thoughtfully updated, but never out of step with its past.

• Glossy black resin barrel with gold-plated cap and trim
• Hand-finished 14k gold nib, available in a range of sizes
• Piston-fill system with built-in ink reserve and ink view window
• Originally designed by Marcello Nizzoli, reintroduced with care
• Entirely made in Italy by Aurora, writing instruments specialists since 1919