Retro 51 Smithsonian - Corona (NMAAHC) Rollerball

The Retro 51 Smithsonian - Corona Rollerball pays tribute to the striking architecture of the National Museum of African American History and Culture in Washington, D.C. As the first design in Retro 51's officially licensed Smithsonian collection, the Corona features a deeply acid-etched barrel inspired by the museum's distinctive bronze-coloured lattice exterior. Created by acclaimed architect Sir David Adjaye, the intricate pattern honours the decorative ironwork crafted by enslaved African American artisans throughout the American South, transforming an important historical influence into a beautifully tactile writing instrument. Finished with elegant matte black nickel accents, the Corona combines meaningful design with Retro 51's renowned craftsmanship. Thoughtfully created for collectors, history enthusiasts, and everyday writers alike, it is a pen that celebrates both artistic achievement and cultural heritage.

Equipped with a smooth rollerball refill, the Corona delivers an effortless writing experience ideal for journaling, note-taking, correspondence, and everyday use. The signature knurl twist-top mechanism offers reliable one-handed operation, while the numbered top ring adds an extra touch of collectability without making the pen a limited edition. The finial is decorated with the Smithsonian sun logo, completing the design with an elegant nod to one of the world's most respected cultural institutions. Each pen is presented in a commemorative Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture presentation tube, making it perfect for gifting, collecting, or display. A portion of the proceeds from every Corona Rollerball sold supports the museum's ongoing educational mission, helping preserve and share the rich history, culture, resilience, and achievements of African Americans for future generations.

Key Characteristics

• Officially licensed Smithsonian rollerball pen
• Inspired by the National Museum of African American History and Culture
• Deeply acid-etched barrel based on the museum's iconic bronze lattice
• Design pays tribute to historic African American ironwork craftsmanship
• Matte black nickel accents
• Smooth rollerball refill
• Knurl twist-top mechanism
• Smithsonian sun logo on the finial
• Numbered top ring
• Presented in a commemorative Smithsonian presentation tube
• A portion of proceeds supports the museum's educational mission
• Ideal for collectors, history enthusiasts, gifting, and everyday writing
• Pen length: 125 mm
• Pen diameter: 12 mm
• Weight: 28 g

What's in the box
1 x Retro 51 Smithsonian - Corona (NMAAHC) Rollerball