Inspired by one of America’s literary greats, Montblanc channels F. Scott Fitzgerald’s Jay Gatsby with its latest writing instrument release.

While the Montblanc Great Characters collection usually pays homage to the individuals whose accomplishments have left an indelible mark on humankind, the latest collection shines a light on a fictional character who continues to have influence in the real world.

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The Montblanc Great Characters Homage To The Great Gatsby collection brings to life the fascinating story of the central character of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s masterpiece. First published in 1925, just one year after Montblanc first introduced its iconic Meisterstück writing instrument, the novel explores the themes of decadence, debauchery, idealism, resistance to change and social upheaval during the so-called “Roaring Twenties” through the story of its protagonist, the young and mysterious billionaire Jay Gatsby.

Gatsby’s lifestyle reflects an aura of luxury and sophistication synonymous with Montblanc’s tradition of elegant and timeless style, while the fine craftsmanship and attention to detail displayed in the collection of writing instruments evoke Gatsby’s own penchant for perfectionism and his quest for flawless aesthetics.

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Each of the five individual editions that make up the Great Characters Homage To The Great Gatsby collection features design elements that evoke a different aspect of the character’s life, yet certain elements are recurring in each edition.  Every cap is decorated with a crest that bears the initials of Jay Gatsby, while the shape of the clip is inspired by a money clip, a reference to the meaning of wealth and success as a measure of the American dream.

The cone of each edition is modelled on the screw cap of a hip flask and refers to the Prohibition era and the success of Bootleggers. Each of the nib designs emphasizes important elements of the novel: Jay Gatsby’s famous yellow car, Art Deco style, and the green light that symbolizes Gatsby’s deep love for his romantic interest Daisy but also his pursuit of the American dream.

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While Fitzgerald never lived to witness the full success and fame his literary masterpiece went on to achieve, the great character he created on the pages of his novel lives on 100 years later as fascinating, exhilarating and influential as ever, and now as a limited Montblanc Great Characters edition.