Abstract: A writing implement, such as an ink pen, comprising an elongate, generally cylindrical housing. The housing defines an interior area and comprises a substantially translucent material, permitting the interior area to be viewed from the exterior of the implement. A second end of the housing and the interior are closed, such as by a cap. A tip extends from a first end of the housing. The writing implement includes at least one writing material configured to be dispensed from the tip. The writing implement includes a plurality of ornamental elements substantially filling the interior area. In one embodiment, the ornamental elements have a maximum dimension in the range of about 0.03125-0.125 inches. The ornamental elements may comprises balls. In one embodiment, the ornamental elements are colored and are arranged in the interior space to define a pattern.