• Do you have a cherished inkwell that has been handed down in your family, that has intrigued you and made you want to learn more?
• Do you appreciate the roles inkwells have played in history?
• Do you admire inkwells as art?
• Are you interested in the history of handwriting?
• Are you in an antique business with growing inkwell sales?
• Or are you enthralled for no specific reason?

Well, you've come to the right place! Everyone in the Society of Inkwell Collectors is interested as much as you are ... or more. There is a Library for your research, The Stained Finger quarterly publication focusing on inkwells, the annual Convention to meet members and inkwell vendors, electronic Bulletin Boards to post questions, and other members with extensive experience and knowledge ... all, at your fingertips.

Membership Benefits Include ...

The Stained Finger Quarterly Newsletter
The Stained Finger is a forum for members’ stories, knowledge and pictures about inkwells and other writing accessories. Readers will find articles ranging from inkwell history and usage, to what to look for when shopping for inkwells, to great websites, to caring for their pieces. And of course, every issue is filled with great inkwell pictures and descriptions! Free sample pages, as well as reasonably-priced back issues from The Stained Finger are available. Visit The Stained Finger pages for more information.

International Convention
The Society holds a convention, featuring seminars, dealer tables, member trading tables, auction, member banquet, and more. Society conventions provide an opportunity for members and other collectors to meet and discuss the joy of collecting, to share information, and to buy and sell inkwells. Conventions are usually held in conjunction with pen or antique shows. Visit our Convention pages for information about the upcoming convention, and past conventions.

Library
Started in 2004, the Library's collection is available for research and reading pleasure. Visit the Library to learn more about the collection.

Networking
Conventions, the SOIC newsletter The Stained Finger, and the electronic members only Bulletin Boards provide an opportunity to meet and communicate with inkwell collectors from around the world. The Society allows collectors to stay in touch with current prices, as well as historical information about inkwells and writing accessories.

Marketing
Selling and buying inkwells, and advertising inkwell-related businesses and products, are easy through the SOIC. Members can place classified ads in The Stained Finger which are guaranteed to reach serious inkwell collectors around the world. Members receive one free classified advertisement per year. For more information, see the advertising information of The Stained Finger.

How Do I Join?

Easy! Print, fill out, and send the Membership Application Form (pdf or html) with your check, money order, or credit card information (Visa or Mastercard only) to:

The Society of Inkwell Collectors
Membership
2045 E CR 900 N
Camargo, IL 61919
USA

You can also pay using PayPal (use the "Send Money" tab and send the fee to Payments@soic.com). Then either mail or e-mail your form to us.