don't think you'll be disappointed with this one. Each 1670 Anniversary Ink bottle comes with a completely dip waxed cap and a 1670 wax seal attached to an attractive cord. ink bottles, which are imported from France, retails for $24.00, which makes it a high end J Herbin ink, but well worth acquiring the newest 1670 color each year, due to its unique color and shimmer characteristics. The ink reminds me of chocolate, as well, but I can pinpoint it to a fudgesicle! I was even more excited when free sample of this ink was kindly sent for testing by BureauDirect, UK almost two months before the release. Its a color that I find that I like a lot. All opinions expressed herein are my own. They have the worlds best chocolate. It reminds me of Ferrar Rochers . Really warm color moving into the fall season. I love the color with and without the sparkle. Apart of known issues with narrow neck bottle, it is actually very hard to find anything wrong with it. Click here to see the brown inks together. Or perhaps my auburn hair. Other properties: Low shading, medium green sheen, and gold shimmer. Depending on how the light hits a piece, you either see the rich dark color of the old wood or a the glittering of old gold worn away with age and wear. FINE PRINT: All entries must be submitted by 10pm CST on Sunday, September 25, 2016. I will not save email addresses or sell them to anyone pinky swear. Notify me of follow-up comments by email. The ink looks gorgeous! This ink is very nice. Unlike, Diamine, who has released the whole series of 10 shimmering inks at once, J. Herbin is consequently introducing their new colours within 1670 series one by one with few months gap in between. The ink has J Herbins 1670 golden specs, which makes for a truly unique ink color and writing experience. I purchased my bottle of Caroube de Chypre at the DC Pen Show from Federalist Pens. Im not normally a fan of brown inks because I find them rather flat and dull. I cant wait to have a chance to try it. The color is a nice reddish brown, and yes, the ink does contain the signature gold flakes. Fountain Pen Day (Nov 6th) is nearly upon us, and Anderson Pens is sponsoring a give-away on your favorite blog: Inkdependence! Thanks to you and Exaclair for the giveaway!!! It's been out for 2 or 3 ***I've emailed winners today, so check your email boxes! This is Tater. This ink reminds me of those coke bottle gummy candies. This ink reminds me of the feeling in my chest when my piano teacher plays me major 7th chords. Okay, okay, I hadnt been all that attracted to this ink yet, but your description pulled me in. It's somewhat mediochre, especially after last year's bold and bright Emerald of Chivor. Diamine Ancient Copper, Pelikan Edelstein Smoky Quartz, and Sailor Jentle Doyou. In terms of how it behaves (bleed/dry time, etc. My best recommendation is to put this ink in a demonstrator pen like a TWSBI 580 or a Lamy Safari with a wide nib so you can see when the gold flecks start to settle. Winner will be selected by random number generator from entries that played by the rules (see above). Caroube de Chypre is well saturated and it may takes few seconds to dry, especially on smooth paper. Please use your REAL email address (not some crappy Hotmail account you never check) in the comment form so that I can contact you if you win. With broad and flexible nibs it may take noticeably longerbut well, the visual effect is gorgeous. (I really love my hair. Similarly to remaining inks in the 1670 series, Caroube de Chypre will be available in beautiful, squared 50 ml. Rich with a beautiful shine. It reminds nods me of Belgian chocolate truffles. Give it a try-you might love it. The gold flecks do settle so be sure to roll or shake the bottle before filling your pens in order to distribute the flecks evenly. As someone who had been a professional baker and made my share of cakes. Packaged in beautiful (yet difficult to fill from) cubical glass bottles, and accented with a wax-dipped cap and wax seal, this was among the first line of what I call glitter inks, or inks that feature ultra-fine particulate matter to give a lovely glittering quality to the ink when it dries. I have not noticed any problems with feathering (which happened with some inks within 1670 series). however it is close. Gold on top is a rich complement to the warmth of the brown. This is very similar to what we have seen with Emerald of Chivior, but in this case sheen has red colour instead (equally beautiful). This ink makes me think of the dark woods and gilt frames so often seen in art museums and old libraries. The gold glitter in this just adds more to the fall effect and makes me more excited for the months to come. Caroube de Chypre reminds me of glittery brown eye shadow on a disco dancer. This ink reminds me of autumn leaves after theyve turned brown and fallen off. It reminds me of a Willy Wonka chocolate bar with the golden ticket. Overall I Ink Review #145: J. Herbin 1670 Caroube de Chypre, J. Herbin 1670 Emerald of Chivor yesterday. I just watched both versions of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory (original is magical, remake is awful), so this ink reminds me of the famous Golden Ticket! Oh, Pepper! The nib and the ink are both on the wetter side, so it shows some of the green sheen on the TR paper. Theres a small coffee shop near me that does a flourless chocolate cake. The red in Caroube de Chypre really emerges when used in a finer nib. Help keep the ink flowing! It reminds me of the forest on a fall day after the rain. It does mean that youll want to roll your pen regularly to redistribute the gold as you use it though. The little cakes had a light brown caramel glaze over them and then while wet mom would flick some kind of edible gold dust on the tops. Really love the look of this ink. Im a homeschooling mama of three littles, full-time student, aspiring photographer, amateur chef, and lover of all things stationery. These were the closest in hue, all feeling the most candy-like. This is my daughters hair after a summer of lazy afternoons at the pool. Overall, I like the ink a lot more than I though I would. 11-21-2021 Edition. It reminds me of Tigers Eye. It had sheen, shading, and an original, vibrant base color; everything you could want from an ink! This ink will sell well and supplies will be limited while J Herbin Ink Company tries to keep up with demand. Pepper is playful and unphased by anything. Ink Shot Review: Diamine 150th Anniversary Tropica Serious Nibbage Part 46: Montblanc M @AppelboomLaren, Review: Gama Hawk Fountain Pen - Flex @FPRevolution. For a product that contains more than one of the same item, this is the weight of one single item. Reminds me of antique furniture in a sunny room. These few days were enough to cause massive excitement over the internet. Click here to see the J. Herbin inks together. It reminds me of a tootsie roll dipped in gold! J. Herbin made many journeys to India and brought special wax formulas back to Paris, leading to his shop's success as a reputable sealing wax manufacturer that served Louis XIV and gained popularity throughout France. positives with this one. As someone who appreciates a nice brown ink, Ive been pretty impressed with this one. The same behavior has been observed with red sheen of Emerald of Chivior. It reminds me of fall here in New England with golden colors sparkling among many brownish leaves that dont show any exciting color.. Enter your email address to subscribe to this blog and receive notifications of new posts by email. It reminds me of those chocolates wrapped in foil. It performed perfectly on that high quality paper and looked lovely. All entries must be submitted at wellappointeddesk.com, not Twitter, Tumblr or Facebook, okay? This ink reminds me of light beams shining through tannic water in the Everglades. The new colour called Caroube de Chypre (after the dark brown dried carob pods available in Cyprus, which J. Herbin was using during his voyages as a healthy food) will be officially released on July 15, 2016. This is very unique bright green (almost toxic-looking) sheen, which adds a completely new dimension to this ink. Thank you for the lovely handbag! Japanese Stationery: What's the Big Deal? There was no bleed through at all using this ink with the glass dip pen, or cotton swab, with 1, 2 and even 3 swipes. Almost like dark chocolate and milk chocolate depending on which tool I chose. I tested the ink with both a dip pen and in my Lamy Safari Joy with a 1.1mm nib. "Beginner fountain pen user" with this exceptional ink and TWSBI Eco pen. The pen I've used for this review is my Scriptorium Balladeer, outfitted with a Franklin-Christoph 14k fine cursive italic nib that I picked up at this year's D.C. The gold glimmer is subtle I didn't think I'd be into brownish ink, but I love this one! The dark brown pods were thought to have therapeutic properties and were marketed throughout Europe as the "black gold of Cyprus". They are beautiful, fancy treats and the only bottles that often sit out on my table for months. Sheen can be a bit tricky, even if you keep the ink and the paper consistent, the nib can make a big difference. Ink Shot Review: Diamine 150th Anniversary Carniva Review: Constellations88 Single Pen Sleeves - Set Review: Constellations88 12 Pen Folder - Brown. Yum. The color appears much darker with the dip nib where in the stub 1.1mm, the color is a warmer, lighter shade of brown. Curated Shop and donations via Patreon. In Pursuit of the Perfect Patina: The Schon DSGN Machined Pen v2 Anniversary Edition, Pen Case Review: Lochby Quattro Four-Pen Case. Do you have an ink dependence? Diffrent shades of them. They're always a little nerve Hi folks, I've been wanting to have a give-away for a while now, but I was never sure what to give away. Gorgeous! For some odd reason, pirate ships come to mind. Today, carob is often eaten as a healthy chocolate substitute. And they finally put enough gold in that you'll definitely I had no idea this ink could sheen like this. I purchased my sample from Vanness Pens. It reminds me of dark stained oak furniture in afternoon sunlight. The color reminds me of pictures from Carnival in Rio de Janeiro. The bottle not being multi faceted and the small opening may make the last few drops hard to obtain. edge very well but tends to feather if your nib spreads too wide. enough to be interesting, but since it's brownish it also has pretty good The J Herbin 1670 Anniversary Inks only come in one size bottle, a 50 ml. This is the 5th ink color of the J Herbin 1670 Anniversary Ink, each being produced over the last 5 years. The Caroube de Chypre 50 ml. Without the sparkle it looks like DeMets chocolate turtle candy! It reminds me of my moms ginger snaps, made with extra molasses. Pen Chalet carries all 5 colors of theJ Herbin 1670 Anniversary inkand all are in stock today. It's a perfectly okay black. Learn how your comment data is processed. I have to make many quick sketches as a pattern maker. This ink was given to me for review by Dromgoole's , and I wasn't sure what to expect from it. Disclaimer: Pen Chalet sent me this bottle of ink at no charge for review purposes. the gold sparkle! It reminds me of my own nail lacquer color, Doctor Rock. The shimmering effect is present in every case, however with broader nibs is maximally enhanced. Pen Chalet currently has J. Herbin Caroube de Chypre in stock, priced at the standard rate for J. Herbin 1670 Anniversary Ink ($24). Ive seen some heavy green sheen on other pics of caroube de chypre, so that might be why. At some angles they still can sort of catch the sun and be shiny. pencilcaseblog.com 2021 All Rights Reserved. Since ancient times, Carob trees were cultivated and traded in the Mediterranean region. I didnt like it at first, but it grew on me. It reminds me of the special Hersheys kisses we have at the holidays, the gold foil-wrapped ones. What else we need? It reminds me of a Snickers bar. I tested Caroube de Chypre with standard nibs and semi-flexible nibs. Earn 1 "ink drop" for each $10 you spend. Between the gold flecks and the shading, it makes me crave those childhood favorites. The Difference Between Ballpoint, Gel, and Rollerball Pens. I think its my best feature!) No, but I also can't think of a good reason not to buy it if you're interested, it's not a bad ink at all. Reminds me of a great chocolate bar. I am becoming addicted to everything this site offers- all information, tools They dont have the variety and sheens and shading that blues and purples and reds often get but Caroube de Chypre is the exception to that. Additional shipping options or insurance will have to be paid by the winner. This gorgeous color reminds me of molded dark choclate flowers that have been kissed by edible gold dust. Click here to find out how to lend your support to the blog. I love Browns, first off! Gold flake schnapps and coffee flavors didnt mix too well, but we had fun anyway. A writing sample of J. Herbin Caroube de Chypre in my Hobonichi Techo. Of course there's also the gold particles that bring an extra dimension to this ink. The shimmer is not super consistent-the first line or two have more shimmer, and then there are spurts here and there, even if you frequently shake or turn the pen to keep the shimmer particles in suspension. The color reminds me of my school uniform dress, way back in the 80s in Soviet Union. -- COMPLETE BLOG & VIDEO INDEX --, Ink Shot Review: J. Herbin 1670 Caroube de Chypre @BureauDirect, Sign up for the Stationery Wednesday Newsletter - subscribers receive 10% off. I've been using it in a Pilot with a stub nib and Holy green sheen batman! On Tomoe River, using a medium Vanishing Point, which has an average flow, I didn't notice sheen, but when I tried a medium Pelikan m800, which has a wetter flow, there was sheen. Here in Europe, All 1670 inks retail for 14 EUR, which is a decent price compared to the -rather hefty- 26 USD in the States. Winner will be announced on Monday. **, What I've been using this week! I feel like that's the main reason why Caroube can't seem to impress me, because it's definitely a good ink in it's own right. The J. Herbin 1670 Anniversary Ink Collection, first introduced in 2010 with the color Rouge Hematite, commemorates J. Herbin's 340th anniversary. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Best served with real whipped cream and a cup of coffee. I had a lot of fun playing with J. Herbin 1670 Emerald of Chivor yesterday, so I decided to stay on the 1670 train another day and play with J. Herbin 1670 Caroube de Chypre. Disclaimer: I purchased this ink myself, and all photos and opinions are my own. Patti Cathcarts voice, especially when shes singing Chocolate Moment.. The smooth chocolate on the outside and the light caramel with the particulates being the peanuts that are scattered throughout the ink. Thanks for the memory and the contast. In all cases writing experience was pleasingly smooth. Both pretty and delicious. All you have to do is leave a comment and tell me what Caroube de Chypre reminds you of. Looking at it makes me think of the shoof shoof shoof noise your feet make when you walk through thick piles of leaves. and materials for writing as an art. Back inside, under more sedate lighting conditions, you can see the brown in comparison with some of the few brown inks in my collection. A chocolate fondant of inkswith sparkle. Check it out at this post's ink-sponsor, Pen Chalet. Caroubede Chypre is a chocolate brown ink with a slight reddish undertone that features a bit of a green/purple sheen and gold sparkles. The fine folks at Exaclair kindly sent me a bottle of J. Herbin Caroube de Chypre so that I could spread the love of chocolate gold dust around. It reminds me of my favorite coffee drinka spicy, cinnamon-y mexican mocha with a mint leaf garnish! Thank you, sparkle, shimmer and shine! After a 3 minute dry time, we ran a wet cotton swab over the ink sample, which produced smearing, some feathering, color smudging. Shes our little girl who loves playing string toy and hanging out with her brothers. A finicky ink - fairly high on bleed through, show through, and feathering. This ink reminds me of those purses made in a kind of an Asian style with rich, deep colors and gold thread creating patterns. Aurora Blue Black Ink ** And A Give-Away! This is a beautiful brown! Send an electronic gift card by email to a fellow pen junkie! You can watch the video above for examples of the ink in action, or check out the photo gallery below. Digital Divide Media, LLC, 2014-present. J. Herbin Caroube de Chypre reminds me of the chocolate cakes with gold scrollwork that my Russian professor used to bring to department parties. (Also, the chocolate bar with a golden ticket answer above is just the best answer!) Even after shaking the bottle and filling, the gold sheen was less pronounced in my bottle of Caroube de Chypre than in my bottle of Emerald of Chivor, though this probably has something to do with the fine italic nib that I used. This ink reminds me of well-aged brown leather. With the sparkle, it looks like a shimmering sand. Pure decadence! They're also festive, so as we head into the fall (and eventually, the holiday season), they'll get more use. This ink is truly beautiful to me. The new ink for 2016 is J. Herbins Caroube de Chypre. It looks nice on white, This ink reminds me of a decadent chocolate dessert with glitter embellishing it! when there is a sharp contrast between ink and paper. Subscribe to our newsletter for giveaways and new products! A bottle of this ink was provided free of charge for review by Exaclair, the US distributor for J. Herbin. One thing J.Herbin already got down with Emerald of Chivor is shading, and they pretty much nailed it with Caroube too. I took my ink samples out into the sunlight to best capture the gold. I think it would look beautiful coming out of the Cognac Demonstrator It has a fairly light base color with loads of shading on top. On 32 pound copy paper, the ink behaved really well, even showed a little bit of the shading, but didn't show any of the sheen. Or maybe Im ready for dessert! And of course, hes 100% fabulous! DISCLAIMER: This item was sent to me free of charge by Exaclair for the purpose of review. inconsistent over the course of a piece of writing that doesn't really This is the new ink from Aurora's line, and I'm glad to bring it to you so close after its release. J. Herbin Shogun Ink by Kenzo Takada - Artist Collection - 50 ml Bottle, J. Herbin Bleu Ocan Ink (Ocean Blue) - 1670 Anniversary - 50 ml Bottle, Pilot Hi-Tec-C Coleto Gel Multi Pen Refill - 0.4 mm - Brown, Pilot Hi-Tec-C Coleto Multi Pen - Eraser Component, Pilot Hi-Tec-C Coleto Gel Multi Pen Refill - 0.5 mm - Brown, The Best Calligraphy Pens and Inks for Beginners. Its a really nice ink. Diplomat Excellence A - Skyline Blue - Discount Code and GIVEAWAY! This is super pretty. Pen Chalet also offers the full range of other Herbin 1670 inks, including Rouge Hematite, Ocean Blue, Stormy Grey, and Emerald of Chivor. I am pretty sure other people will find issues, which I will be very interested to see, but so far, Caroube de Chypre is pretty, it shines, it performs very well and is water resistant. But the extra dry time this pigmented ink requires is worth the wait. I get to find out at the Dallas Pen Show this weekend Ink test IRL, Ana IRL = win/win . This site is supported by sales from the T.G.S. This ink reminds me of old bronze artifacts in a museum. I want some now! Please see the About page for more details. It makes me think of semi-precious gemstonesmaybe something like tigers eye. cafe mochachino latte frappdeoro. holiday notes or use during autumn & winter. It reminds me of a cold, overcast day in November, when the leaves are dry and crackly and brown, and then, for a moment, the sun breaks through the clouds and glimmers gold. J Herbin 1670 Anniversary inks continues this historic tradition by producing an ink with the quality characteristics associated with J Herbin himself, who lived and sailed the world during the first French Empire. contrast/visibility on paper, which I like when writing for long periods of The flow is great. In stock and usually ships within 1 to 3 business days. Either way, this ink looks yummy! I believe it will be much more discussion and many more reviews of this absolutely magnificent ink later this summer, when will be available worldwide. The fifth color in this series is "Caroube de Chypre", a rich cocoa brown ink with flecks of gold and a stunning red sheen. Your description immediately brought to mind the Bronze Dragon, Mnementh, of The Dragon Riders of Pern. Similarly, to other four inks in 1670 anniversary edition contains suspended golden flecks which by reflecting light give remarkable visual shimmering effect.