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Edelstein Star Ruby
Reds & pinks✨ Sheen
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Pelikan's Edelstein line names each ink after a gemstone, alongside the long-running budget-friendly 4001 series.
Specs
Color familyReds & pinks
Approx. hex#C82E6E
SheenYes
BrandPelikan
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Founded in Hannover in 1838, Pelikan is one of the oldest writing brands still operating, known for its striped Souverän pens and the differential-pressure piston filler it patented in 1929.
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Paper & pairing notes
Reds and pinks show the most dramatic shading of any color family — expect real variation between the edges and center of each letter. Sheening inks need the right conditions to show off — a wetter nib and a coated, less-absorbent paper (Tomoe River and similar sheets are the community standard) let the ink pool slightly and separate into its second color as it dries. On cheaper, more absorbent paper the sheen effect will mostly disappear.
Storing and using the bottle
Bottled fountain pen ink has an effectively long shelf life when kept capped and out of direct sunlight — most inks remain usable for years. The main risk isn't the ink spoiling, it's a pen sitting inked and unused for weeks: that's what causes clogs, not the ink's age.
Frequently asked questions
What color family is Edelstein Star Ruby?
Edelstein Star Ruby falls into Inktend's reds & pinks family based on its typical swatch color.
Does Edelstein Star Ruby have sheen?
Yes — Edelstein Star Ruby is known for sheen, most visible with a wetter nib on coated, low-absorbency paper.
How should I store a bottle of Edelstein Star Ruby?
Bottled fountain pen ink has an effectively long shelf life when kept capped and out of direct sunlight — most inks remain usable for years. The main risk isn't the ink spoiling, it's a pen sitting inked and unused for weeks: that's what causes clogs, not the ink's age.
What paper works best with Edelstein Star Ruby?
Reds and pinks show the most dramatic shading of any color family — expect real variation between the edges and center of each letter. Sheening inks need the right conditions to show off — a wetter nib and a coated, less-absorbent paper (Tomoe River and similar sheets are the community standard) let the ink pool slightly and separate into its second color as it dries. On cheaper, more absorbent paper the sheen effect will mostly disappear.
Similar shades
Color shown is a close digital approximation of a typical swatch, not a calibrated color match.