The luxury Yard-O-Led Diplomat Plain ballpoint pen is a classic writing instrument that was ergonomically designed well before its time. The ballpoint pen has an angular hexagonal shape that keeps it from rolling away, especially when used on a gently sloping surface such as a drafting table. Made of the finest .925 Sterling Silver, the ballpoint pen has a smooth, polished finish. The Victorian detailing includes a curved pen clip handcrafted by 8 different processes using traditional 19th century techniques. This retractable propelling ballpoint pen has a twist mechanism to expose and retract the ballpoint pen tip.