Marilyn Monroe, the beautiful blond bombshell of the 1940s, may have been a public figure, but her life was tragically marred behind the limelight. Born Norma Jeane Mortenson, her mother battled mental issues that made her unable to raise a child properly. She was allegedly abused by other family members and was later sent to an orphanage. When she grew older, acting became her escape from the grimness of the world. She later became a sex symbol, with some directors saying she was difficult to work with as she wanted to control her own career and refused several pin-up roles. The industry would only realize decades after her death that it was misogyny that built many false narratives about her. (Actor and director Laurence Olivier, who famously upset Monroe for saying, “All you have to do is be sexy,” admitted that she was a victim of sensation.) 

In her last few years, she struggled on set. A string of failed relationships and pregnancies led to a physical and mental decline. Marilyn Monroe passed away in August 1962, but she continues to be a symbol of both strength and fragility, especially for women who resonate with her story. 

As a celebration of her life, Montblanc released the Muses Marilyn Monroe collection, which included the Muses Marilyn Monroe Special Edition fountain pen. With a shape inspired by her famous Ferragamo high heels, it features the vibrant red shade of the lipstick she was known for (Ruby Tuesday by Max Factor), while the pearl represents her taste in jewelry. It comes with an Au 585 (14-karat gold) nib etched with her features. 

We have for sale a brand-new Montblanc Muses Marilyn Monroe Special Edition fountain pen with an M nib. It comes complete with its box, papers, and other inclusions. 

Length: 13.7 cm.