Gold Bar:  In honour of the famous 849™ pen, Caran d'Ache is making news with the launch of the 849™ Goldbar, a brilliant model with all the allure of the ultimate safe investment. Faithful to the legend, it will capture the imagination of all collectors looking for an iconic reminder of Switzerland.
 
Black Premium:  After the 849™ Original, Goldbar and Brut Rosé, the 849™ Black Code completes the 849™ Gift Line collection from Caran d’Ache. The Geneva-based company invites you to rediscover its iconic ballpoint pen with a full-black look creating a resolutely urban style. Boasting a matte black finish, the 849™ Black Code exudes modernity and elegance.Its full-black look will appeal to fans of design looking for minimalism.
 
Brute Rose:  The 849 Brut Rosé pulls out all the stops! The new version of this iconic Caran d’Ache pen is superbly elegant, and lively. Its secret is a rose gold finish that sparkles with effervescence and is as chic as a gala evening. Several processes give the pen’s body its rose gold-toned finish; the clip and push-top cap are plated with two microns of real gold. The popular 849 is instantly recognizable by its hexagonal shape; the pen fits easily in the hand to provide comfortable writing for long periods. You’ll get Swiss-made quality in every part: the easy click-top mechanism; the flexible rose gold plated steel clip; and the long-lasting Goliath refill. Its unique sculpted metal box makes it a luxurious gift – without breaking the bank!
 
This year, the company draws special attention to its famous pen by creating a new version that is totally original while preserving all its particular qualities. Coated in the most desirable of the noble metals, the 849™ Goldbar becomes the timeless, dependable asset of 2012.
With its chic gold plating and its unmistakable modernity, this affordable pen is perfectly in tune with the times. Several processes have been combined to give the body its gold-coloured satin finish, and its fittings are coated with three microns of gold, creating a magnificent sparkle.
 
Its unique presentation box is inspired by the ingots of gold that lie stacked in strongly protected vaults. Reflecting the design of the pen, this rectangular packaging will permanently preserve the imprint of the hexagonal 849™.