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...is this Aurora Ipsilon. It's not because it's a super-duper high end pen, because it isn't (although it writes beautifully):

 

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Rather, it's because it was a birthday gift from my daughter:

 

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It's going to stay in the house, because I couldn't bear the thought of someone walking off with it at work...

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What a lovely gift!! I haven't delved into Aurora pens, but it looks to be very handsome. You have a very thoughtful daughter. :D

 

Well, she did get a little help in terms of what models I liked (that were in her price range), but the engraving was her idea. And yes, she is a wonderful daughter.

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I've got four in that class, although only one has an engraving. It's an excellent way to increase the value of a collection, since even a $20 pen can go overnight to the equivalent of an elephant's-weight of gold.

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Hello Micor,

 

Very special and very nice. Congratulations. :)

 

Best regards,

 

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I did not know they made an "I Love My Daddy!" SE. I have a hunch that it wouldn't make it outside even without the inscription. Looks like you are doing things the right way, congratulations.

 

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Back in the day of One Man, One Pen, engraving was a mark of class.

Prevented pen thievery too.

 

It is a nice, classic looking pen.

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That's great! I would love for a family member to gift me a pen. Sentimental value pens are the best kind of pens. :D

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I'm especially impressed that the engraving appears to be gold filled. I've never seen that on any other engraved pen. Was it factory engraved?

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How lucky you are a beautiful gift but a more precious daughter.

 

I have a coffe mug bought for two dollars at a school stall by my daughter when in grade two (many many years ago) and I still treasure it, chips and all.

 

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I'm especially impressed that the engraving appears to be gold filled. I've never seen that on any other engraved pen. Was it factory engraved?

 

No, it was done by the retailer. I think she got it through Colorado Pens, but don't know for sure.

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