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B aroness Ottilie von Faber and Count Alexander zu

aroness Ottilie von Faber and Count Alexander zu
Castell-Rüdenhausen get married in 1898. Due to
Castell-Rüdenhausen get married in 1898. Due to
a testamentary clause in her grandfather Lothar
a testamentary clause in her grandfather Lothar
von Faber’s will, the company should keep the “Faber” name
von Faber’s will, the company should keep the “Faber” name
for all time. The marriage thus creates the new noble family of
“von Faber-Castell”. This couple’s life provides the inspiration
for our “Limited Edition Heritage Ottilie & Alexander”.

Managing a large company – and at such a young age – is
more than unusual for a woman in those days. However, the
marriage also requires Alexander to take on new responsibil-
ities. As a cavalry captain of the 6th Chevau-léger Regiment
in the Bavarian Cavalry and an aristocrat, he is not prepared
for working as a merchant. Nevertheless, he quickly proves
his ability to manage the global business in Stein. In 1905, the
launch of the Castell 9000 in his regiment’s colour green is a
great success. The pencil is characterised by a new standard of
quality and value which is still valid today – a true classic and
the inspiration for the metal barrel of the fine Guilloche fountain

pen “Limited Edition Alexander”, which is painted in the same
green.

The office and chairs with a violet, delicate Art Nouveau

fabric perfectly showcase Ottilie’s favourite colour. This play

of colour and pattern is subtly reflected on the elaborate dark
violet barrel of the “Limited Edition Ottilie” fountain pen. With
reference to the year of Ottilie and Alexander von Faber-Cas-
tell’s wedding, the fountain pens are limited to 1,898 pens each.

► Solid, spring-loaded clip
► Handmade bicoloured 18-carat gold nib
► Cartridge / converter system
► Limited to 1,898 pieces per writing instrument
► Delivered in its own gift box

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