ADOLPHE SAX (1814-1894) Limited Edition. Adolphe Sax was born in 1814 in Dinant in the heart of Belgium. His father , a producer of musical instruments, became the official supplier of the Belgian Military Band. It was in his father factory that Adolphe Sax discovered his passion for music. Sa development the concept of the Saxophone in 1838 and he was so convinced that no one could match his creation that he proceeds to patent it only on 1846. Sax gave his mane to four families of musical instruments: the Saxhorns, Saxotrombas, The Saxtubas, and of course the Saxophones. The Special limited edition in Vermeil is offered in 8124 pieces. All these versions offer lateral lever filling system. Only 814 fountain pens and rollers are available in limited edition version, which is available with 925 sterling silver.Serial number : 203.