{"product_id":"pelikan-colossus-of-rhodes","title":"Pelikan Colossus of Rhodes Fountain Pen","description":"\u003cp data-sourcepos=\"1:1-1:298\"\u003eThe Pelikan \"Colossus of Rhodes\" fountain pen stands as a tribute to the monumental architectural and artistic achievement of its namesake. This limited edition writing instrument honors the bronze statue of the Greek God Helios, a symbol of Rhodes, renowned for its unparalleled size and grandeur.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp data-sourcepos=\"3:1-3:467\"\u003eReflecting the historical monument's use of premium materials—marble, iron, and bronze refined with gold—the Pelikan fountain pen incorporates bronze elements, seamlessly blending traditional craftsmanship with advanced design and technical expertise. The pen is presented in an artistically designed case, evoking the stylized harbor of Rhodes, the legendary location of the Colossus. This exceptional piece serves as a lasting testament to a historical masterpiece.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp data-sourcepos=\"1:1-1:240\"\u003eEach Pelikan \"Colossus of Rhodes\" fountain pen is a singularly unique artifact, identified by its individual edition number engraved on the filler knob end. Pelikan produced only 408, this piece #82, of these writing instruments for worldwide distribution.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp data-sourcepos=\"3:1-3:467\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp data-sourcepos=\"3:1-3:484\"\u003eThis limited production of 408 pieces directly commemorates the founding of the city of Rhodes in 408 B.C., a pivotal event marked by the unification of the island's three city-states: Ialysos, Lindos, and Kamiros. These city-states, historically governed by the grandchildren of Helios, the sun god, converged to establish Rhodes as the island's capital. The \"Colossus of Rhodes\" fountain pen, released in 2005, serves as a lasting tribute to this significant historical milestone.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pelikan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50301694509350,"sku":"RR22_17667108","price":3800.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0002\/8573\/6972\/files\/B5nTjShnmV.jpg?v=1742512066","url":"https:\/\/thepleasureofwriting.sbs\/products\/pelikan-colossus-of-rhodes","provider":"The Pleasure of Writing","version":"1.0","type":"link"}