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Not all that glitters is gold, but Pyrite certainly glitters. Pelikan Edelstein Pyrite is the Edelstein Ink of the Year 2026: a metallic golden-grey ink with fine shimmer particles and a strong sheen, inspired by the mineral known as ‘fool’s gold’.

Key highlights

• Edition: Pelikan Edelstein Ink of the Year 2026
• Colour: metallic golden-grey
• Shimmer: yes, fine shimmering particles
• Sheen: strong
• Volume: 50ml Edelstein glass bottle
• Availability: produced for 2026 in limited quantities
• Water resistance: none

Inspired by fool’s gold

Pyrite is a brassy mineral that has fooled prospectors for centuries with its golden gleam. Pelikan captured that look in ink: a golden tone with a cool grey undertone, so it reads more like antique metal than bright yellow. Pelikan contrasts it with the warmer Golden Beryl from 2021.

Edelstein Ink of the Year

Every year Pelikan adds a special colour to its premium Edelstein (‘gemstone’) range. The 2025 ink was Apricot Achat; for 2026 it is Pyrite. Each Ink of the Year is produced for its year in limited quantities, and once it is sold out it is usually gone for good, which makes it popular with collectors.

Shimmer and sheen

Fine shimmer particles are spread evenly through the ink, giving each stroke a soft metallic sparkle, while the strong sheen adds extra depth where ink pools. Both show best with broad, stub and wetter nibs on smooth paper.

Our team’s favourite uses

• Collectors of limited-edition inks
• Journaling, signatures and special correspondence
• Gifting to fountain pen enthusiasts

Care tips for shimmer inks

Shake the bottle gently before filling, roll the pen now and then while writing, and flush it regularly. Medium and broader nibs handle shimmer best.

Frequently asked questions

Is Pyrite a yellow ink?

No, it is a golden-grey with metallic character, quieter and more sophisticated than a bright yellow.

Is it limited?

Yes, it is made for 2026 only and will not be restocked once sold out.

Is it water resistant?

No.

Pelikan Edelstein Pyrite: specifications

• Brand: Pelikan (Germany)
• Range: Edelstein, Ink of the Year 2026
• Colour: metallic golden-grey
• Shimmer: yes
• Sheen: yes, strong
• Water resistant: no
• Volume: 50ml
• Bottle: glass, Edelstein design

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