Ink Shot Review: J. Herbin 1670 Emerald of Chivor @BureauDirect

A huge thank you to Bureau Direct for sending me a sample of this delectable ink to review! Honestly. I need a bottle.

ABOUT

Color: Green
Bottle:50 ml
Price: £14.95
Where to buy: Bureau Direct

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PROS

• Stunning ink! A rich, vibrant emerald green base, with a beautiful sheen, and gold particles. 
• Looks spectacular in wet and broad nibs. 
• Works pretty well with dip nibs.

CONS

• Hard to clean - those particles require some care.
• Silly narrow mouth on bottle.
• Requires the right combination of nib and paper to shine, but it's worth it. 

OVERALL

This is an ink that may not be suitable for all pens - I prefer to use inks with particles in pens I can take apart to clean thoroughly. I haven't had clogging issues, but I also am careful to clean the pens I use it in thoroughly. I think this is so gorgeous, that it's worth the added maintenance and care. Look at this stuff! The ink also shines in a wet nib, or a broad nib, and on coated paper.

I received this sample free of charge for the purposes of this review. I was not compensated monetarily for my review. Everything you've read here is my own opinion. No affiliate links.