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Bic · Brand from France · Best value · Never needed a redesign
Bic Cristal Ballpoint Pen
The clear-barrel ballpoint found in drawers worldwide. Design museums honor it as a cheap, reliable shape that has barely needed to change.
5.5score
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Under $50rough price
- Iconic 5
- Sales rank 1
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Who names it
6 lists- ASINsight penBest-seller list · 2026
- Design Museum London discover design objectsIconic products list
- National Lottery Heritage Fund top 20 design classicsIconic products list
- Lovemoney 26 perfect products never needing an upgradeIconic products list · 2026
- Business Insider via YahooIconic products list
- SothebysIconic products list
How the score adds up
- Iconic 5 1 point each
- Sales rank 1 Half a point each
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