{"product_id":"1937-ad-parker-vacumatic-pen-model-christmas-janesville-original-advertising-077981-esq1-016","title":"1937 Ad Parker Vacumatic Pen Model Christmas Janesville - ORIGINAL ESQ1","description":"This is an original 1937 black and white print ad for the Parker Vacumatic pen, specifically the de luxe Major and Maxima models, as well as pen holders and a pen jewel case. \n\n\u003cp\u003eCONDITION\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis 74+ year old Item is rated Very Fine +++. Light aging throughout. No creases. No natural defects. Some light surface rub. No tears. No water damage. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eProduct Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Original Print Ad; Black \/ White\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eGrade:\u003c\/b\u003e Very Fine +++\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e Approximately 9.25 x 14 inches; 23 x 36 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAuthentication:\u003c\/b\u003e Serial-Numbered Certificate of Authenticity w\/ Full Provenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eProtection:\u003c\/b\u003e Packaged in a custom archival sleeve with an acid-free black board (great for display, gift-giving, and preservation)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eParker Fountain Pens.  \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGeorge Safford Parker of Janesville, Wisconsin, founded the Parker Pen Company in 1888.   Initially, Parker began his career as a sales agent for the John Holland Gold Pen Company.\u003c\/p\u003e  \n\n\u003cp\u003eAfter tirelessly working on his own line of pens, Parker received a patent for his ÒLucky CurveÓ in 1894. The Lucky Curve feed successfully drew excess ink back into the pen, avoiding catastrophic leaking. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn 1931, Parker invented Quink, a quick drying ink that didnÕt require blotting, which, consequently, led to the development of the most widely used pen in history: the Parker 51.  This particular pen model made over $400 million in sales during its 30 year reign. Prior to the invention of ballpoint pens, it is said that Parker Pens ranked between Number 1 and Number 2 worldwide in the writing utensil arena.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eFamous Signings by a Parker Pen:\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eParker Pens were a favorite for signers.  It is said that a Parker Pen was used in signing World War II armistices.  Commemorative edition pens were sometimes offered during these events. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCopyright 2016, Period Paper LLC\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeywords specific to this image: Pricing, Full Television Ink, University of Wisconsin, Klock 8, Lampdom, BB Classic, Sacless, Arrow Clip, College Professor, Santa Claus Vintage Advertising\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eESQ1A12C37 \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Period Paper","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":7647271747644,"sku":"077981_ESQ1_016","price":17.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1021\/8371\/products\/ESQ1_016.jpg?v=1571713852","url":"https:\/\/www.periodpaper.com\/products\/1937-ad-parker-vacumatic-pen-model-christmas-janesville-original-advertising-077981-esq1-016","provider":"Period Paper Historic Art LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}