Emerald African Black Wood - Ballpoint

If you are looking for a refined Irish gift pen with a deeper, more understated character, the Emerald Ballpoint Pen in African Blackwood is a strong choice. Designed for everyday use and thoughtful gifting, it combines rich dark tones with a subtle natural grain and a distinctive green finial that defines the Emerald collection.

Each pen is assembled, engraved, and presented by us in our workshop in Kells, County Meath. African Blackwood is known for its depth of colour, appearing almost black at first glance, yet revealing softer, lighter hues within the grain when viewed more closely.

This contrast creates a sense of quiet detail — a pen that feels classic and composed, while still offering natural variation and individuality.

At a Glance

• Slim Emerald ballpoint pen in African Blackwood with signature green finial
• Assembled, engraved, and presented by Irish Pens in Kells, County Meath
• Available in Gold or Platinum trim
• Presented in a luxury satin-lined gift box with black velvet pouch – ready to gift
• Includes an additional black refill for convenience
• Higher-grade twist mechanism designed to prevent tip retraction during writing
• Uses Cross-style ballpoint refills
• Lightweight design for comfortable everyday writing
• Personal engraving available for a more meaningful gift
• Tracked delivery via An Post
• Need it quickly? Message us on WhatsApp — we respond promptly, and we’ll always do our best to accommodate your request.

Depth, Detail, and Natural Contrast

African Blackwood is valued for its deep, rich tone, often appearing almost black. Within that depth, subtle variations in the grain reveal softer, lighter hues — creating a natural contrast that becomes more visible the closer you look.

This gives the pen a composed, elegant appearance, with just enough variation to ensure that each piece feels individual without being overstated.

The Emerald Collection

The Emerald collection is defined by its distinctive green finial, set at the top of each pen clip. This subtle detail gives the range its identity and adds a recognisable Irish character across the collection.

Designed for Gifting

This pen is often chosen by customers looking for a more understated and classic gift — something that feels refined, practical, and easy to appreciate.

It is particularly suited for:

• Corporate gifting
• Retirement gifts
• Thank-you gifts
• Personal stationery

Writing Performance and Reliability

The Emerald Ballpoint Pen uses a Cross-style ballpoint refill, offering smooth and reliable writing for everyday use.

We use a higher-grade twist mechanism in this pen, chosen specifically to provide a more secure writing experience. It is designed to hold the refill firmly in place, avoiding the common issue of tip movement or retraction during use.

Each pen is supplied with a black refill already fitted, along with an additional black refill neatly presented in the gift box for added convenience.

Sustainable and Refillable

This refillable pen offers a more sustainable alternative to disposable plastic biros. By replacing only the refill, you reduce waste while continuing to enjoy a pen designed for everyday use.

Complete Luxury Gift Experience

• Presented in a luxurious satin-lined pen gift box inside a black velvet pouch
• An additional black refill is included and presented alongside the pen
• A detailed digital fact sheet describing the pen and usage instructions is included

Pen Specifications

• Length: 131mm / 5.19 inches
• Weight: 22g / 0.776 oz
• Width: 10mm / 0.421 inches
• Trim Options: Gold or Platinum
• Refill Type: Cross-style ballpoint refill
• Ink Colour: Black, one fitted and one additional refill included

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this pen suitable as a gift?
Yes. It is presented in a luxury gift box with velvet pouch, making it ready to give immediately.

What refill does it use?
It uses Cross-style ballpoint refills, which are widely available.

Is this a Cross pen?
No. This pen is assembled and engraved by Irish Pens. It uses Cross-style refills for compatibility and convenience.

Can I choose the trim colour?
Yes. This pen is available in both Gold and Platinum trim.

Will the pen tip retract while writing?
No. The upgraded twist mechanism is designed to hold the refill securely in place during normal writing use.

Can it be personalised?
Yes. Personal engraving is available.

Order Your Emerald Ballpoint Pen

If you have any questions, specific requests, or are working to a particular date, you are always welcome to contact us directly.

For urgent enquiries or delivery timing, the fastest way to reach us is via WhatsApp.

Order now and give a refined, understated writing pen designed for everyday use and thoughtful gifting.