# Gilded God Writing Utensils The Caran d'Ache Ganesha Pen is Fit for the Heavens By Marissa Liu | Published 2010-05-06 | Social Good Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caran-d-ache-ganesha-pen References: [bornrich.org](http://www.bornrich.org/entry/caran-d-ache-ganesh-collection-is-a-pure-divine-delight/) & [carandache.ch](http://www.carandache.ch/m/les-instruments-d-ecriture-et-accessoires/les-pieces-d-exception/collection-artistes/ganesh/index.lbl) The new Caran d'Ache Ganesha pen is a gaudy homage to the divine. Of course, using gods as inspiration is nothing new to Caran d'Ache, who also released limited-edition pens under their Artiste Collection that featured Lord Shiva, among others. Jeweler Edouard Jud collaborated with Caran d'Ache on the Ganesha pen. The [fountain or ballpoint pen](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maze) is made of [solid silver with gold accents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vanguard-pen) and a ruby cap. There are only 101 Caran d'Ache Ganesha pens available and each is individually numbered. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.8/10 - Popularity: 45% | Activity: 61% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Social Good](https://www.trendhunter.com/socialgood) > [Religious](https://www.trendhunter.com/religious) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Divine-inspired Luxury Pens:** Creating pens with designs inspired by deities and religious symbols adds a unique element of luxury and exclusivity. - **Collaborative Jewelry-pen Designs:** Collaborating with jewelers to incorporate precious metals and gems in pen designs can appeal to both pen enthusiasts and jewelry collectors. - **Limited-edition Numbered Pens:** Creating a limited number of individually numbered pens can increase their rarity and exclusivity, making them more attractive to collectors. ### Where This Applies - **Luxury Writing Instruments:** Luxury pen manufacturers can capitalize on the demand for unique and exclusive designs, like the divine-inspired Caran d'Ache Ganesha pen. - **Jewelry:** Jewelry brands and designers can expand their offerings by incorporating their expertise in precious metals and gems into pen designs. - **Collectibles and Memorabilia:** Companies that produce limited-edition numbered items, like pens, can attract collectors and enthusiasts who seek rare and exclusive items. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Opulent Dragon-Themed Pens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/montblanc-3.md) - [Limited-Edition Pens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/onoto-christmas-carol-fountain-pen.md) - [Vintage Calligraphy Pens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meisterstck-great-masters-calligraphy.md) - [Ceremonious Writing Utensils](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aestus-signature-pen.md) - [Superhero-Inspired Pen Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-flash.md) - [Italian Board Game-Inspired Pens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/love-edition-pen.md) - [Sculptural Writing Piece](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sterling-silver-penis-pen.md) - [Luxurious Writing Instruments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/writing-instruments.md) - [Superhero Luxury Fountain Pens](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/superhero-fountain-pen.md)