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Montblanc

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A sterling silver Montblanc fountain pen, once owned by Lee Kuan Yew, displayed prominently on a velvet cushion under dramatic lighting.
Collectibles

Lee Kuan Yew's Montblanc pen fetches S$461,500 at auction

A sterling silver Montblanc fountain pen, once owned by Singapore's founding father Lee Kuan Yew, sold for S$461,500 at a Singapore online auction on August 16, 2026, nearly nine times its price from

Henry Caldwell·August 17, 2026
A close-up of Lee Kuan Yew's sterling silver Montblanc fountain pen, showcasing its luxury design and historical significance on a wooden desk.
Collectibles

Lee Kuan Yew's Montblanc pen auction starts at S$20,000

A sterling silver Montblanc fountain pen, once belonging to Singapore's founding Prime Minister Lee Kuan Yew, was previously auctioned, with its estimated value soaring up to S$50,000 (US$39,000).

Henry Caldwell·August 5, 2026
A large pile of luxury watches and designer goods engulfed in flames, representing millions of dollars in inventory being destroyed by luxury brands.
Luxury Fashion

Luxury Brands Destroy Millions in Inventory, Face Ethical Dilemma

Richemont, the owner of Cartier and Montblanc, destroyed an astonishing $563 million worth of watches over just two years to prevent them from being sold at a discount, as reported by Vox .

Victoria Laurent·April 23, 2026