Modern

Ballpoint Pen

  • Invention

    Invention

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

    British Patent

    Laszlo Biro files a British patent.
  • in America

    in America

    First sold in New York City in Gimbels.
  • Papermate Emerges

    Papermate Emerges

    Papermate becomes a brand of ballpoint pens.
  • Bic

    Bic

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

    Modern Ballpoint

    Modern ballpoint pens come in many designs and colors.

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