Elevate everyday writing with Éclat de Saphir, a classic sapphire blue from the historic French maison Jacques Herbin.
This 30mL bottle delivers a refined, versatile blue that’s deep enough for professional use yet vibrant enough to bring personality to notes, journaling, and correspondence.
Rich sapphire blue: A timeless, medium-deep blue with subtle vibrancy for excellent readability on white and cream papers.
Smooth, consistent flow:Optimised for fountain pens—starts easily, resists skipping, and feels silky on the page.
Low feathering and bleed: Well-behaved on quality papers, helping preserve crisp lines and shading.
Beautiful shading: Shows tonal variation from medium to darker blue depending on nib size, pressure, and paper.
Gentle, water-based formula: Suitable for most fountain pens and converters; easy to flush and maintain.
Premium presentation: Sturdy 30ml French-made glass bottle with wide opening for convenient filling.
Éclat de Saphir sits in the sweet spot between formal navy and playful royal blue, producing pages that are elegant without feeling heavy.
Expect medium saturation with attractive shading; sheen is minimal on standard papers but can appear slightly on coated stock. Ideal for daily writing, letter writing, study notes, and planners.
Dry time: Moderate; fine nibs on absorbent paper dry quickly, while broader nibs on coated paper will take longer.
Paper compatibility: Excels on fountain-pen-friendly papers (e.g., smooth, 80–100gsm+); on very cheap paper, reduce nib width to limit show-through.
Maintenance: As a dye-based ink, routine cleaning is straightforward—flush your pen every 2–4 weeks or when changing colours.
• Colour: Éclat de Saphir (Sapphire Blue)
• Volume: 30mL
• Ink type:Water-based, dye-based fountain pen ink
• Compatibility: Fountain pens, dip pens, brush pens that accept water-based inks
1. Pair with a fine or medium nib for everyday writing; try a broad or stub nib to maximise shading.
2. Store the bottle upright, out of direct sunlight.
3. Always recap tightly to maintain freshness.
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