Ballpoint Pen

Invention

Oct 30, 1888

John J. Loud invented a writing instrument to write on his leather products.

British Patent

Jun 15, 1938

Laszlo Biro files a British patent.

in America

Oct 29, 1945

First sold in New York City in Gimbels.

Papermate Emerges

Sep 3, 1950

Papermate becomes a brand of ballpoint pens.

Bic

Dec 3, 1953

Marcel Bich shortens his name to Bic which became the name of a newer ballpoint.

Modern Ballpoint

Sep 3, 2013

Modern ballpoint pens come in many designs and colors.