Mubyo (Health) and Takara-zukushi (Wealth)

“ Mubyo ”
According to Japanese legend, God lives in a large gourd. For this reason, it is highly valued as a charm. The gourd has a very practical use or carrying fluids, especially wine, which has medicinal value. A combination of size gourds in Japanese is pronounced as “ Mubyo ” which means absence of sickness. Therefore these six gourds are cherished items believed to be able to bestow a long and healthy life. The six colourful ripen gourds drawn on the Pelikan M1000 have an elegant look.

“ Takara-zukushi ”
Takara-zukushi is a collection of figures which symbolize wealth. The following figures are depicted on the Pelikan M1000 in Kissho design.

Nyoi-hoju
This precious globe realizes one’s wishes.

Hoh-yaku
The key to the treasury.

Uchide-no-Kuzuchi
The magic hammer when struck grants whatever one has wished for.

Choji
The tropical evergreen tree supplies herbal medicine and spices.

In addition to the above symbols, Tachibana (mandarin orange), Tabane-noshi (bundle of tokens attached to gift), Fundo (weight for beam balance), Kinchaku (fabric pouch) and Makimono (roll of document) are drawn. These symbols are believed to bring good fortune and are also used as designs for Japanese noble clothing and sash.

Pelikan “ Mubyo ” and “ Takara-zukushi ” are masterpieces with finely-chased 18 carat gold nib accentuated with platinum decor and Maki-e Pelikan logo. Pelikan logo on the crown is also drawn with Maki-e and the limited edition number and artist’s signature are written in by hand with Maki-e techniques. “ Mubyo ” and “ Takara-zukushi ” are available in 60 sets only worldwide.