on saleDiamine Aurora Borealis - 30ml Bottled Ink

Product Code D3107

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on saleDiamine Aurora Borealis - 30ml Bottled Ink

Product Code D3107

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$8.00
30ml plastic bottle of Diamine Aurora Borealis fountain pen ink. This color was chosen by members of the /r/fountainpens reddit subcommunity.
Condition
New
Brand
Diamine
Type
Bottled Ink
Color
Turquoise
Bottle Material
Plastic
Bottle Opening Diameter
11.9mm (0.47in)
Fast Drying
No
Fluorescent
No
Shimmer

Whether or not the ink contains glittery particles.

No
Freeze Resistant

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

No
Volume
30ml
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

Based on 48 reviews
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Greg S.
A Lovely Blue

This is a really lovely blue. I have it loaded in an Esterbrook Estie with a Scribe nib and it flows and shades nicely.

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Anonymous
Stunning Color!

I've been using this color for a little while through samples and fell in love with it. Now to have a full bottle right after watching the Aurora Borealis over my house in May for the first time felt so special and rare. The color is so deep, but not too deep you can't see it, and the sheen is stunning and doesn't disappoint. I also love that the sheen so far has been not only consistent but doesn't smear which is what I love most. (Using within a Leuchttrum 1917 - 120g paper journal) Definitely recommend, it's worth it especially with a medium nib to show off its best qualities!

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Earl K.
Diamine Aurora Borealis

This is a very nice ink, that I use in my Lamy Safari for journal entries. It flows nicely with a fine nib, no feathering.

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Anonymous
Beautiful Ink

Its a beautiful Ink, dries in the pen extremely fast, but then that could be the converter I'm using

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Anonymous
wonderful Ink

This is a great ink, in my opinion. I was looking for a color that was calming and easy to look at, and this one is just that. I use it in my Pilot Metropolitan for everyday Journaling and writing letters, and one of my favorite things about this ink is that it doesn't seem to feather on lower quality paper as much (at least for me). I definitely would recommend it to a beginner, especially if they like to use a finer nib like me.

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.