Astakona
25 pens · Pre-orderEight sides of Mughal gold.
A square-shouldered pen in 22-carat gold plating with an 18-carat solid gold nib and deep black enamel, paired with an engraved gold-plated ink pot.
The story
Astakona carries the geometry of Mughal art and architecture onto the desk. The octagon, repeated and interlocked, is cut into a pen with square shoulders.
The pen is plated in 22-carat gold, fitted with an 18-carat solid gold nib and finished in deep black enamel. It comes with an engraved, gold-plated brass ink pot that weighs 450 g and holds 30 ml.
The name is the shape itself: astakona, the eight-sided polygon.
How do I buy Astakona?
Astakona is made in a small numbered run, so it is sold by enquiry. Send the form on this page with your country, and the STEX team will reply with the price, how many remain and when yours could be ready.
How long does it take to make?
Each piece is made by hand at the STEX workshop in India. The time depends on the work involved, and we confirm it when we reply to your enquiry, so write early if you need it for a date.
Can it be shipped outside India?
Yes. STEX ships every order free with tracking, anywhere in the world. Import duties, if any, are set by the destination country.
Can it be personalised?
Tell us the name, initials or date you have in mind when you enquire, and the team will tell you what is possible for this edition.
Is it a good gift?
Limited Editions are made for milestones: weddings, significant birthdays, festivals and corporate gifts. Our gift guide covers choosing a pen, a nib and an ink for someone else.
Ask about Astakona
Tell us where you are. We’ll reply with the price, how many remain and when yours could be ready.
