on saleDiamine Frosted Orchid - 50ml Bottled Ink

Product Code D9027

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on saleDiamine Frosted Orchid - 50ml Bottled Ink

Product Code D9027

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$22.00
Size:
50ml Bottle

Part of Diamine’s Shimmertastic collection, this Frosted Orchid purple fountain pen ink features added silver shimmer. Works best with broader nibs on high quality paper to really see the shine. Comes in a 50ml glass bottle.

Due to the amount of particulate in this ink used to achieve the sparking look, you may experience restricted ink flow in some of your pens. We recommend shaking the ink thoroughly before filling and gently rolling the pen in your hands often to keep the shimmer effect consistent. This will also help prevent clogging. You will also want to be diligent about cleaning and maintaining your pen when using this ink.

Condition
New
Brand
Diamine
Type
Bottled Ink
Color
Purple
Bottle Material
Glass
Bottle Opening Diameter
14.6mm (0.57in)
Fast Drying
No
Fluorescent
No
Shimmer

Whether or not the ink contains glittery particles.

Yes
Freeze Resistant

Whether or not an ink is specially formulated to better withstand freezing temperatures.

No
Volume
50ml
Iron Gall

Ink made from iron salts and tannic acids. Though quite permanent and waterproof, these inks are typically known for causing chemical corrosion to metal pen parts (especially the nib) and should be used sparingly or with less-valuable pens.

No
Lubricated

Whether or not an ink is specially formulated to increase flow in your pen.

No
Pigmented

Whether or not the ink contains finely-ground solid particles in liquid suspension.

No
Scented
No
Water Resistant

Whether or not the ink, once dried on the paper, will resist being washed away with water.

No

Customer Reviews

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Charles R.
Amazing Ink

I like the Diamine Frosted Orchid ink very much. It flows very well. Far better than other shimmering inks I have used, even in my extra fine nibs. The ink dries very quickly. I have yet to smudge it without trying to. The color is a little uneven/non-uniform, which I like. It really makes the ink stand out on the page. And the shimmer!!! It loves to sparkle and doesn't clump. It distributes evenly in my converter with just a few rolls of the pen prior to writing.Overall, This is a wonderful ink!!!

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Garrett W.
Goregous

This ink shimmers for days! The silver with the purple is just perfect.

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Dennis L.
Lovely Purple

A lovely color and the shimmering is very low-key. I use a Monteverde Monza that I fitted with a Goulet stub nib (which I absolutely also recommend). The ink flow with the shimmering ink through the feed, in that setup, can frequently be rough, scratchy, and sometimes streaky. It does result in some awesome shading though (with a deep purple where the ink flowed well and a gentle lilac where it didn't) which I think the shading may be intended because the shimmer is still fairly uniform throughout, even with the line variation.

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Dawn J.
Lovely ink with a wonderful shimmer

I love the color of this and may have to get a broader nib to fully enjoy the shimmer of this ink. It shows some with an Extra-Fine nub, but having seen it with broader nibs it is even more beautiful. There is some variation in the color if I forget to shake my pen before using it and if the pen has gone unused for a little while (a day), but nothing drastic. It does lean a little more red than I usually like, but the purple-y wine color is very nice. I am a purple fiend and this one is one of my favorites! It has not clogged up my pen a bit and I am on my second fill of the converter.

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Anonymous
Lovely Sheen

Oh the sheen.....heavenly sheen...!! :-)

FAQs about Bottled Ink

Which pens can accept this ink? 8EDA1617-F73A-4DAF-8245-6D2BF4ABEB7B

Any of these fountain pens will work with bottled ink. Typically, as long as the pen can be filled with a converter, has a built-in filling mechanism like a piston, or can be eyedropper-filled, it can accept bottled ink.

What is shading, sheening, or shimmering ink? 8EDA1617-F73A-4DAF-8245-6D2BF4ABEB7B

Shading - A common (and often desired) result of a fountain pen ink pooling in certain parts of a letter when writing, so that the color and saturation of the ink appears different within a single letter or word. This characteristic cannot be achieved with ballpoint or rollerball pens and is a very appealing aspect of fountain pen use for those particularly drawn to all the pretty ink colors.

Sheen - Characteristic of a fountain pen ink where when ink pools another color can be seen on top of the ink, especially when looked at in different light angles using certain paper types. There is no way to guarantee an ink will sheen, but using a larger nib on a pen will help obtain sheening results in your writing.

Shimmering - Fountain pen ink that has small particles of glitter mixed in.

Is shimmering ink safe to use in fountain pens? 8EDA1617-F73A-4DAF-8245-6D2BF4ABEB7B

Yes! Shimmering ink is a great way to add some flare to your writing. We have found that a larger nib will showcase more shimmering particles while writing, but you can use any nib size and shimmering ink. All the ink we sell is safe for use in fountain pens.

You can learn more in our blog: How to Write with Shimmering Ink.

My ink smells funny, is it safe to use? 8EDA1617-F73A-4DAF-8245-6D2BF4ABEB7B

Generally yes! Ink does not smell good- it usually has a chemical smell, along with other scents such as sulfur, rubber, chemicals or even paint. However, as long as you’re not seeing anything floating in the ink, it should be safe to use.

It’s cold and my ink froze; is it safe to use? 8EDA1617-F73A-4DAF-8245-6D2BF4ABEB7B

Yes, frozen ink will not hurt your pen (after it’s thawed of course!) The issue with ink freezing is primarily a concern because certain glass bottles could break as the water-based ink expands, and then you’d have a mess!

What is your return policy for bottled ink? 8EDA1617-F73A-4DAF-8245-6D2BF4ABEB7B

We do not accept returns for ink that has been used. Otherwise, we accept returns on unused ink products for up to 30 days from purchase. You can read all our Return Policies here.

To initiate a return, please submit a request at the Return Portal. Our Customer Care team might reach out to you for more information.