When it comes to adding a little more magic to your fountain pen lineup, this side-by-side green inks with gold shimmer ink comparison will have you reaching for your favorite dip pen or eyedropper-converted favorite. We gathered six standout shimmering greens—including exclusives and cult classics—for a direct ink swatch showdown. Which will be your next shimmer obsession?
Meet the Inks: Green Inks with Gold Shimmer in Today’s Showdown
- Ferris Wheel Press Lores of the Loch
- Tono & Lims Leprechaun Ink
- Wearingeul The Secret Garden ink
- J. Herbin Emerald of Chivor ink
- Diamine Golden Ivy
- Van Dieman’s Liquid Luck ink *SOLD OUT*
More About Ferris Wheel Press Lores of the Loch Ink:
From the Bestiary Collection | 20ml & 85ml bottles available
A vivid kelly green base with subtle pink haloing and fine gold shimmer. Regal and enchanting, just like the mythical creatures it draws inspiration from.
That Tono & Lims Leprechaun Ink:
Pen Chalet Exclusive Monthly Ink | 30ml bottle
An electric green with bold, glowing gold shimmer. Mischievously vibrant—this ink practically leaps off the page.
Get to Know Wearingeul The Secret Garden Ink:
World Literature Ink Collection | 30ml bottle
A lush, olive-toned green with ethereal gold shimmer. Rich, romantic, and grounded in literary elegance.
J. Herbin’s Emerald of Chivor (Emeraude de Chivor) Ink:
1670 Ink Collection | 50ml bottle
The most complex of the bunch, this teal-green ink boasts gold shimmer and a dramatic red sheen. Legendary for a reason.
More About Diamine Golden Ivy Ink:
Shimmering Ink Collection | 50ml bottle
A velvety forest green base laced with vibrant gold particles. Traditional meets glam.
All About Van Dieman’s Liquid Luck Ink:
Pen Chalet Exclusive (Sold Out) | 30ml bottle
Deep green layered with rich burgundy undertones and golden shimmer. In fact, it’s a moody, potion-like stunner that ink fans still request.
Side Note About Liquid Luck Ink: 2025’s Exclusive Alchemist’s Archive Collection
Additionally, Liquid Luck ink was featured in one of Pen Chalet’s Brand Collaboration Exclusive Boxed Sets. In the Liquid Luck release, the gorgeous Van Dieman’s Liquid Luck ink was paired with a stunning rendition of the Leonardo Officina Italiana Momento Zero fountain pen in an exclusive, limited-edition set that sold out faster than a leprechaun can hide their gold. Launched in 2025, the Brand Collaborative Boxed Sets series—also known as the Alchemist’s Archive Collection—has since become a favorite among collectors. Inspired by a shared love of storytelling, this series features “potion” themes that enable different pen and ink brands to collaborate on creating something unique, while fostering deeper industry connections. The idea is that combining the right ingredients can create a magical writing experience, just like a potion.
Green with Gold Shimmer Ink Comparison: Behavior & Visual Effects
All six inks feature a gold shimmer suspended in a green base. However, the character of each shifts significantly from ink to ink, exhibiting varying tones, saturations, and depth.
Our Very Own Awards Ceremony:
Most Vibrant: Tono & Lims Leprechaun (This ink has a stunning balance of color and shimmer).
Mythical/Whimsical Award: Ferris Wheel Press Lores of the Loch (I think it’s the shade of base green here that adds a little extra magic).
Most Elegant Award: Wearingeul The Secret Garden (I like the more muted color of base green here – it’s beautiful).
Most Complex: J. Herbin Emerald of Chivor (With teal base + sheen + gold shimmer, it’s just a beautiful surprise). I DID think this one was a bit more green when I included it in the ink comparison; nonetheless, I kept it in the mix because teal is a variation of green, and this ink is just too beautiful to exclude from any group.
KDrama Level Dramatic Award: Van Dieman’s Liquid Luck (Oh, the drama. As I just stated above, Van Dieman’s handed off the power to the gold shimmer here. Luckily, the lovely green base color is strong enough to provide a firm foundation and confident enough to take up a supporting role.
Most Classic Shimmer: Diamine Golden Ivy (The balance of vivid deep green with the gold shimmer topped with the dark maroon sheen is a classic combo that you see pop up now and again in new variations – like the Van Dieman’s Liquid Luck that echoes similar sentiments with the power handed off to the gold shimmer).
Get a good look at all the swatches once they were dried in the Sneak Peek we shared across our social media channels (@PenChalet) HERE:
Each ink lays down beautifully with a glass dip pen and offers visible shimmer, with drying times ranging from 16 to 60 seconds, depending on the paper and application thickness. (I was laying things on thick to get a good look at the SHIMMMMMMER).
Final Thoughts: Green with Gold Shimmer Ink Comparison
If you’re looking for the perfect green ink with gold shimmer to elevate your journal entries, pen pal letters, or creative projects, any one of these six offers a magical result. Whether you’re reaching for exclusives like Leprechaun and Liquid Luck, or exploring bestsellers like Emerald of Chivor, there’s a shimmering green here that’s calling your name.
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