2009 Unicef Worth?

[waveonwave]

Hello everyone! I was hoping for some guidance from those much wiser than myself: I received a Meisterstuck Unicef 2009 as a gift in 2011. Not understanding much at the time, I tossed the box. Since I have used it lightly and it is still in great condition. I would like to sell it (hopefully on FPN) for a fair price. How do I figure out what that number is? My plan is to use the funds to purchase a few pens I can be comfortable using on a regular basis. Thank you!

[meiers]

Welcome to FPN.

 

I would search for your pen on eBay under sold items. That would give you an idea of its market value.

[meiers]

https://www.ebay.com/itm/MONTBLANC-LEGRAND-UNICEF-FOUNTAIN-PEN-SPECIAL-EDITION-PLATINUM-LINE/223275665740?hash=item33fc44494c:g:GFYAAOSwajRZbQwS#vi__app-cvip-panel

 

 

MONTBLANC LEGRAND UNICEF FOUNTAIN PEN SPECIAL EDITION PLATINUM LINE

$389.99

Condition: New

Ended: Dec 11, 2018, 03:24:58 PM PST

 

The platinum line is a little more valuable than the gold-plated variety.

I am assuming that you have a fountain pen there.

What nib do you have on that pen?

Edited January 3, 2019 by meiers

[waveonwave]

meiers, thank you! It is a fountain pen, I believe it is a medium nib. Your advice is much appreciated.

 

[meiers]

Does your pen have an ink window?

Is it a cartridge converter pen?

 

I cannot see an ink window in the above photo. Your pen looks like a Meisterstuck 145 and not the 146.

 

I suggest inking it and writing with it. Those Montblanc nibs are wonderful.

Edited January 4, 2019 by meiers

[meiers]

I find this thread very informative.

 

https://www.fountainpennetwork.com/forum/topic/267215-a-minor-collection-of-144145classique-sized-pens/page-1#

Edited January 4, 2019 by meiers

[waveonwave]

meiers, thank you for all the great info and advice! From what I can tell from the research I have done, it is indeed a 145. there is no ink window, but it is a cartridge converter. I have used it some and it writes like a dream, but I don't have a lot of sentimental attachment and would like to put the $ towards a few pens I would be more comfortable using on a daily basis.

[waveonwave]

Thanks for the great post to review. Man those are beautiful pens!

[meiers]

https://m.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_nkw=montblanc+145+unicef+2009+chopin&LH_Complete=1&LH_Sold=1

 

I hope this helps

Edited January 4, 2019 by meiers

[waveonwave]

meiers, thanks! I really need to find the box, lost it with our last move. Seems like that would make a big difference! I found these, but nothing else that seems to match exactly.

 

https://www.ebay.com/itm/Montblanc-Unicef-Edition-2009-Classique-No-145-Fountain-Pen-NEW-BOX/111801597257?hash=item1a07e4fd49:g:6E8AAOSwR2RZ9yCO:rk:3:pf:0

https://www.ebay.com/itm/Montblanc-Unicef-Edition-2009-Classique-No-145-Fuller-NEUWARE-OVP/263287588211?hash=item3d4d29c573:g:clEAAOSwgHpa9fLP:rk:16:pf:0

https://www.ebay.com/itm/Montblanc-Unicef-Le-Grand-Signature-For-Good-2009-Special-Edition/272886778468?hash=item3f8951ca64:g:lskAAOSwRuFZ4WBs:rk:8:pf:0

[meiers]

This thread is only about the market value of the above pen. Pens for sale are offered in the classifieds.

 

The market value is what buyers actually shell out for the pen and not necessarily what vendors are asking or hoping to get. For this reason, filter your search to include sold items.

 

In my limited experience, having a box makes a some difference for rare collectors items and writers editions.

 

If I were you, I would keep this pen as a daily writer.

 

To answer your original question, my wild guess is that your pen might be valued somewhere around $250.

Edited January 5, 2019 by meiers

[waveonwave]

meiers, thanks so much, so much to learn!

[meiers]

Welcome to FPN.

 

If that pen writes well, start using it. You might find it hard to let go. This one is a great start to anyones fountain pen journey.

Edited January 6, 2019 by meiers

[dubhe]

I agree with meters, the pen you have already is a great pen, a good writer and relatively rare. Just enjoy what you have :-)

 

With the converter you are able to use a wide selection of bottled ink or international sized cartridges; there are so many options.

[waveonwave]

Hey y'all, just a follow-up. I sold it for $275 on FPN. Appreciate all the help!

[1nkulus]

Good job, a wise decision if you have no attachment to the instrument.

All the best with your future purchases.

Any idea's? If not, visit the nearest pen store to get started. The finer details/doubts can be ironed out in the forums.