Parker 51 Special Edition fountain pen in Vista blue with box, circa 2002. The special edition 51 was based on the Empire cap 51 with cap done in two-tone solid 14K, the special edition is also in same pattern though not solid gold and the pen is cartridge/converter rather than Vacumatic fill. It was made in two colours, black and Vista Blue, this example is the latter. Length 5 9/16 inches and posted 5 13/16 inches, filling mechanism cartridge/converter fill (converter present). Overall excellent condition with minor wear and light marks near clutch ring, medium gold nib.