Cross is likely one of the first brands to come to mind when thinking about high-end pens and pencils. That's because they've been around for more than 150 years. They were also the first American company to make a quality-writing instrument. All of that history and heritage is reflected in this "Best Of" choice. The Classic Century design is traditional, yet striking: smooth and sleek. The 18K gold adds a beauty and charm that only gold can provide. Can a golden pencil lead to golden ideas? You tell us. The price tag is golden too: $850. If you can't find the words or the ideas with this pencil in hand, well, odds are it isn't the pencil's fault. Maybe a cup of coffee is in order? Or a stroll around the block?

From independent research, we selected the Classic Century 18 Karat Gold Pencil as a 3LUXE "Best Of". To see our other Pencil selections visit our Pencil Overview.

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