Elevate everyday writing with Vert Empire, a refined green from Jacques Herbin’s La Perle des Encres collection.
This 30ml bottle delivers a classic, quietly confident green that sits beautifully between forest and olive—rich enough for expressive notes, subtle enough for professional correspondence.
Why writers love Vert Empire
• Balanced, readable green: Distinct on the page without shouting; ideal for journaling, marginalia, and signatures.
• Smooth, consistent flow: Formulated for reliable starts and even lines in fountain pens, roller-balls, and dip pens.
• Low feathering on quality paper: Keeps edges clean and text crisp for a polished look.
• Moderate shading: Adds character to script and printed letters without overwhelming the page.
• Water‑based and fountain‑pen friendly: Easy clean-up, gentle on pens, and compatible with most converters and nib sizes.
• Elegant 30mL glass bottle: Compact, stable, and perfect for desk use or travel ink kits.
Colour profile
Tone: Empire Green with a classic, heritage feel
Appearance: Medium-dark green with subtle warmth
Shading: Moderate on fountain‑pen papers (especially with broader nibs)
Sheen: Minimal to low, depending on paper and ink lay-down
Performance notes
Dry time: Generally quick to moderate; faster on absorbent papers, longer on coated papers.
Best papers: Performs best on fountain‑pen‑friendly stock (e.g., Rhodia, Clairefontaine, Tomoe River equivalents).
Nib pairing: Fine/medium nibs for tidy notes; broad/stub nibs for expressive shading.
Specifications
• Colour:Vert Empire (Empire Green)
• Volume: 30mL
• Ink type:Water‑based dye ink
• Pen compatibility: Fountain pens, roller-balls (cartridge/converter), dip pens, glass pens
Tips for best results
1. Store capped and upright, away from heat and direct sun.
2. If switching colours, flush the pen to maintain colour purity and flow.
3. For maximum shading, use a broader nib on smooth, Fountain Pen‑friendly paper.
