Hey all,

BRAND new to this forum and although I love fountain pens and calligraphy, I've never taken an active interest aside from just writing in my diary. My watch habit has me over on watch forums most of the time which leaves little room for much else.

Anyway, my mother in law just gifted me with two vintage fountain pens that she's apparently found in her 90+ mother's desk. They both appear in excellent condition aside from the case. My question here is what, exactly, did I just get and is it valuable? To be clear, this is NOT because I want to sell them. I just like knowing the value of my things as it adds to my appreciation.

So, here they are. I'm by no means knowledgeable - just writing as I see it.

NOREX pen. Piston filler. 14k gold cap and nib.



Parker 61 Capillary system - gold cap and nib.


More pictures below.

Your expertise is appreciated!! (Please excuse the bandaid on my thumb - sliced it wiiiiide open trying to stupidly unscrew the Parker)

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