Let’s face it, simple pens are boring. Today we introduce you to all the characters that make up the signature line of the German brand Graf von Faber-Castell. Entitled Pen of the Year and launched annually since 2003, the collection is aimed at true connoisseurs and collectors who appreciate the culture of writing and seek excellence in a pen. Handcrafted from high quality materials and precious metals that are often unusual for a pen, these limited and numbered editions tell stories of eras or personalities that have contributed in a positive way to the way humanity has evolved over the years.
Composed of two parts: Pillars of History and Nature’s Luxury, the Pen of the Year line is Graf von Faber-Castell’s way of showing respect for both writing instruments and beauty. Many of the pens are sought after even on the secondary market and are quite hard to find, but if you’re lucky enough, you can find some of the editions at certain collectors or in some authorized stores. Below we have prepared the full list, to give you as broad an overview as possible of the whole line.
Nature’s Luxury
Pen of the Year 2003 – Snakewood
Pen of the Year 2004 – Amber
Pen of the Year 2005 – Galuchat
Pen of the Year 2006 – Mammoth Ivory
Pen of the Year 2007 – Petrified Wood
Pen of the Year 2008 – Indian Satinwood
Pen of the Year 2009 – Horsehair
Pen of the Year 2010 – Walnut Wood
Pen of the Year 2011 – Jade
Pen of the Year 2012 – Oak Wood
Pillars of History
Pen of the Year 2014 – Catherine Palace St. Petersburg
Pen of the Year 2015 – Sanssouci Potsdam
Pen of the Year 2016 – Schloß Schönbrunn Vienna
Pen of the Year 2017 – Viking
Pen of the Year 2018 – Imperium Romanum
Pen of the Year 2019 – Samurai
Pen of the Year 2020 – Sparta
Pen of the Year 2021 – Knights
Probably like you, we look forward to seeing what Graf von Faber-Castell has prepared for the Pen of the Year 2022…