Wes Anderson
MONTBLANC GREAT CHARACTERS
Queen stand among the most influential and celebrated rock bands of all time, revolutionising the genre with their theatrical style and unique blend of rock and opera. It is precisely this pioneering spirit and timeless appeal that inspires the collection, with each edition capturing a different era of Queen. Explore captivating writing instruments that celebrate Queen’s iconic albums, legendary performances, and Freddie Mercury’s unforgettable stage costumes through the years.
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The Special Edition is inspired by the 1991 album Greatest Hits II, one of Queen's best-selling albums worldwide. The blue precious resin barrel and gold-coated accents reference the album’s cover, while the album’s release day is elegantly commemorated with an embossed detail on the barrel ring.
LE 1975
The Limited Edition 1975 pays tribute to Queen’s fourth studio album, A Night at the Opera. The cap is decorated with the band members’ heads in an arrangement that recalls their famous album covers, Queen II and Hot Space, while the patterned barrel is reminiscent of Freddie Mercury’s signature harlequin stage costume, adding a bold visual nod to the band’s theatrical legacy.
LE 95
Queen’s unforgettable performance at the 1985 Live Aid concert is commemorated in the Limited Edition 95. The striking solid Au 750 gold skeleton overlay bears the names of the six songs played during their set, while design details on the cap and container are inspired by the studded bracelet and belt worn by Freddie Mercury throughout the concert. In honour of Queen’s last album, released in 1995, this Edition is limited to 95 pieces.
LE 30
Colours from Queen’s 15th studio album cover art, Made in Heaven, inspire the Limited Edition 30, which is crafted from solid Au 750 white gold, precious blue lacquer, and brilliant blue cut sapphires. Embedded within the tip of the cone lies a unique inlay crafted from wood sourced from Roger Taylor’s original drumsticks, intricately interwoven with guitar strings once played by Brian May himself.
LE 8
The rich, majestic tones of Freddie Mercury’s legendary “royal coat” serve as the inspiration behind the Limited Edition 8 writing instrument. It features a number of royal motifs, including the band’s emblem which has been hand-engraved on the cap, and the words “God Save the Queen” – the famous closing song at many of Queen’s concerts – engraved on the cone.
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CAP TOP
The crown adorning the cap top symbolises Queen’s royal presence and their influence on the world of music. Freddie Mercury also famously wore a crown as part of his extravagant stage outfits.
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CONE
The cone is shaped to reflect the distinctive knob on Brian May’s iconic "Red Special" electric guitar. Built by May and his father in the 1960s, the Red Special is a symbol of the band’s creative ingenuity.
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CLIP
Freddie Mercury’s unique vocal style and emotional expressiveness left a lasting impression on fans and fellow musicians alike. In honour of his extraordinary vocal range, the clip is modelled on a microphone with a stand.
The crown adorning the cap top symbolises Queen’s royal presence and their influence on the world of music. Freddie Mercury also famously wore a crown as part of his extravagant stage outfits.
The cone is shaped to reflect the distinctive knob on Brian May’s iconic "Red Special" electric guitar. Built by May and his father in the 1960s, the Red Special is a symbol of the band’s creative ingenuity.
Freddie Mercury’s unique vocal style and emotional expressiveness left a lasting impression on fans and fellow musicians alike. In honour of his extraordinary vocal range, the clip is modelled on a microphone with a stand.
CELEBRATING QUEEN’S ENDURING LEGACY
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With over 200 million albums sold worldwide and 10 number-one albums in the UK, Queen are among the most successful and influential bands in music history. Renowned for their groundbreaking contributions to hard rock and heavy metal, the band redefined the boundaries of rock music. While Freddie Mercury’s untimely passing in 1991 marked the end of an era, Queen’s legacy continues to resonate – immortalised through their iconic anthems and the 2018 biopic, Bohemian Rhapsody.
Each of the five editions in this collection highlights a specific part of Queen’s artistry, celebrating their creativity, timeless appeal, and musical brilliance.
