Extra Verses

Montegrappa’s flagship pen strikes a new pose with an innovative new material. Sterling silver combines with
immaculately carved Montegrappite artisanal resin. The organic, burgundy veins of Vinum Atrum symbolise the
channelling of centuries-old wisdom.
Since its reissue in 1999, the Montegrappa Extra’s vintage contours have become a favourite of the writing
cognoscenti. The Extra Verses contains all the refinement expected of the Extra name, while paying tribute to the sages of ancient Rome. Their wise verses continue to offer guidance for modern life.
Graceful design, rare materials and superlative handle are hallmarks of the Extra silhouette. Handcrafted in Italy’s first fountain pen factory, the Extra Verses recaptures the elegance of writing’s golden age, with enhancements facilitated by modern technology.
Sterling-silver capband detailing recites Latin verses from the minds of Horace, Cicero and Seneca: Protinus vive (Live in the now), Historia magistra vitae (History is the teacher of life), Vivere est cogitare (To live is to think) and Carpe diem (Seize the day).
State-of-the-art writing componentry features throughout a limited production of only 100 rollerballs and 250
fountain pens – each fitted with a custom two-tone 18K gold VV nib.
Length (Closed) 16,5 mm 16,5 mm
Diameter 40 g 45 g
Weight 138 mm 138 mm