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Prismacolor Premier Verithin Colored Pencils, Assorted Colors, 24 Pencils/Pack (02427) image 1
Item: 387575
Model: 02427

Draw razor sharp details, intricate lines and create refined edges with Prismacolor Premier Verithin Colored Pencils. The 24 colored pencils feature thin, ultra-hard cores that sharpen to a precise point all while resisting crumbling and cracking. This blend of durability and precision makes Prismacolor Verithin pencils the artist’s choice for detailing and lettering. Prismacolor art pencils also have pigments of unmatched quality and richness..Colored pencils.Soft lead in assorted colors.AP certified non-toxic.Thin lead takes a fine point in any sharpener and holds it for thousands of marks before re-sharpening.Point won't snap under normal pressure and moisture won't smear marks.Round edge hexagon with gilt top.Colored pencils with thin cores that are perfect for details, edges and lettering.Leads resist crumbling, cracking and breakage.Premium wood barrels with hardened cores that sharpen to an ultra-fine point.Each pencil measures 7-inches long x 0.7-inch around.Richly saturated, lightfast pigments.24 pack includes: Lemon Yellow, Canary Yellow, Orange, Poppy Red, Crimson Red, Magenta, Process Red, Light Peach, Dahlia Purple, Parma Violet, Violet, Ultramarine, Peacock Blue, Indigo Blue, Apple Green, Grass Green, Olive Green, Peacock Green, Terra Cotta, Tuscan Red, Dark Brown, Warm Grey 20%, White and Black.Premium, artist-quality colored pencils featuring hardened cores that sharpen to a precision point and resist cracking

Price is  $20.19
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Prismacolor Premier Professional Colored Pencils, Assorted Colors, 36/Pack (92885T) image 1
Item: 2070332
Model: 92885T

Bring out the soft side of any illustration or art project with Prismacolor Premier Colored Pencils featuring soft cores. Inside the box you’ll find 36 colored pencils featuring creamy cores that are the artist’s choice for blending, shading and layering. Prismacolor pencils have pigments of unmatched quality and leads that are strong enough to be sharpened to a precision point. That means you can effortlessly switch between powerful lines, delicate blends and silky shadowing..Colored pencils with soft, thick cores that are perfect for shading and shadows.Ultra-smooth, even color laydown.Premium wood barrels with thick, robust leads that resist cracking and chipping.Each pencil measures 7-inches long x 0.7-inch around.Lightfast, richly saturated pigments.36 vibrant colors.Each pencil measures 7"L x 0.7"D.Safety Data Sheet.Premium, artist-quality colored pencils featuring vivid colors and strong yet supple cores that are perfect for blending and shading.

Price is  $36.8
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Moon Products Motivate Me Pencils, #2 HB Lead, Box of 144 (JRM53229G) image 1
Item: 24518486
Model: JRM53229G

Our pencils are quality writing instruments, non-toxic and conform to ASTM Standard D4236. They are PMA safe and in compliance with CPSIA. Pencils have a #2 writing core. Latex free erasers. PMA certified and non-toxic. Made in USA. Box of 144..High-quality wooden pencils.Latex free erasers.Made in USA.PMA certified non toxic.#2 writing core

Price is  $97.99
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Prismacolor Premier Verithin Colored Pencil Set, Assorted Colors, 36 Pencils/Pack (2428) image 1
Item: 387569
Model: 2428

Draw razor sharp details, intricate lines and create refined edges with Prismacolor Premier Verithin Colored Pencils. The 36 colored pencils feature thin, ultra-hard cores that sharpen to a precise point all while resisting crumbling and cracking. This blend of durability and precision makes Prismacolor Verithin pencils the artist’s choice for detailing and lettering. Prismacolor art pencils also have pigments of unmatched quality and richness..Leads resist crumbling, cracking and breakage.Premium wood barrels with hardened cores that sharpen to an ultra-fine point.Each pencil measures 7-inches long x 0.7-inch around.Richly saturated, lightfast pigments.36 vibrant colors.Thin lead makes a fine point in any sharpener and holds it for thousands of marks before re sharpening.Point won't snap under normal pressure and moisture won't smear marks.Round edge hexagon with gilt top.Standards: AP certified nontoxic.Includes 36 pencils.Soft lead in assorted colors.Premium, artist-quality colored pencils featuring hardened cores that sharpen to a precision point and resist cracking

Price is  $28.19
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J.R. Moon Pencil Thermo Paw Prints Pencil, Assorted Colors, Pack of 144 (JRM7440G) image 1
Item: 24391680
Model: JRM7440G

J.R. Moon Pencil Thermo Paw Prints are Pencils Made with the Best Quality Material with your child in mind. Decorative Color Changing Pencils - Rub Pencil & Watch Change Colors! Made In The U.S.A. Smooth No. 2 Hb Lead. High quality, Durable erasers. Real wood. Sold as 144 pencils total..Jot notes, do homework or sketch with durable wooden pencils.No. 2 HB lead creates smooth, clean marks.Durable wood construction resists breaking under pressure.Eraser makes it easy to wipe mistakes away

Price is  $72.69
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Prismacolor® Drawing Pencil, 4B, 2 mm Dia, Turquoise Barrel, 12/Pack image 1
Item: 826329
Model: 2268

The Prismacolor Drawing Pencil with a turquoise barrel is designed with a super-bonding process that welds the lead and wood into a solid unit. This drawing pencil set is non-refillable and has a 4B lead that can be used on paper or vellum..Black lead for everyday writing needs.2mm diameter lead writes precisely and cleanly.Wood artist-quality pencils are non-refillable.Lead sharpens for a scratchless, glossy line in any weight.Writes on vellum and paper with a smooth, opaque laydown.Super-bonding process welds the lead and wood into a solid unit.Includes a dozen pencils.Highlighters are AP certified non-toxic.Package includes one dozen highlighters.Pencil Lead Type: 4B, 2 mm lead.Barrel Color: Turquoise.Lead Color: Black.Non-refillable.Barrel material: Wood.Smooth, opaque laydown every time.Use on paper or vellum.Highest quality graphite pencils are ideal for technical and fine art drawing.Safety Data Sheet.The Prismacolor Drawing Pencil with a turquoise barrel provides a smooth, opaque laydown. A super-bonding process welds the lead and wood into a solid unit that effectively resists point breakage and wear.

Price is  $18.49
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Lyra Rembrandt Professional Colored Pencils, Assorted Colors, 25/Set (LYXL2001240) image 1
Item: 24648975
Model: LYXL2001240

Introducing Lyra Rembrandt Polycolor professional colored pencils—When used on light or white paper, these pencils unleash their full vibrancy, making your artwork glow with intensity. Unlike other mediums, colored pencils don't require a base layer for the strokes to adhere—they're crafted with highly stable pigments bound to a fine medium, making them indispensable for professional artists. Each pencil's smooth, round body is made from premium cedar wood, sustainably sourced and certified by Italy's PEFC. The color-dipped end seamlessly matches the pencil's shade, enhancing both aesthetic and functionality. With a lead diameter of 4 mm, Polycolor pencils offer superior performance, featuring permanent pigments that resist UV rays. They're waterproof, vivid, and blend effortlessly, offering an infinite range of shades, hues, and muted tones. These pencils are perfect for any illustration or drawing style and excel on rough surfaces, where they grip the texture, delivering rich, enduring color. Having spent over 200 years providing quality products to artists, schools & offices all over the world, the historic LYRA brand — founded by Johann Froescheis in Nuremberg in 1806 — is one of the oldest pencil companies in the world. Synonymous with innovation & quintessential German quality, Lyra is a well-respected name all over the world. Ever since it produced its first pencils, Lyra has stuck to strict rules to ensure the utmost quality — from the selection of raw materials right through to the manufacturing process..REMBRANDT POLYCOLOR PROFESSIONAL COLORED PENCILS—Indulge in the unparalleled precision of expertly milled, archival pigments packed into strong 4mm cores wrapped in PEFC cedar.VIBRANT, BRIGHT, INTENSE PIGMENT—Highly stable, permanent pigments are waterproof & lightfast, ensuring your masterpiece remains eye-catching over many years.PRECISE STROKES & REFINED BLENDING—The solid core can be sharpened to a razer-thin point & multiple colors blend perfectly to create a variety of shades, hues &muted tones.USE FOR ART CLASS & FINISHED PIECES—Craft breathtaking works of art destined for gallery walls, prestigious auctions, or lucrative online marketplaces.MADE IN GERMANY – Since 1806, Lyra has been a product of talent, vision, creativity and performance, requiring the best tools for artists and professionals to enjoy for years to come.Lyra Rembrandt Polycolor professional colored pencils are premium, German-made tools crafted with lightfast, waterproof pigments and PEFC-certified cedar, offering vibrant color, smooth blending, and lasting performance ideal for both fine art and professional illustration.

Price is  $54.99
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J.R. Moon Pencil Happy Birthday from Your Teacher Pencil, Pack of 144 (JRM7500G) image 1
Item: 24391447
Model: JRM7500G

J.R. Moon Pencil Happy Birthday from Your Teacher are Pencils Made with the Best Quality Material with your child in mind. Made In The U.S.A. Smooth No. 2 Hb Lead. High quality, Durable erasers. Real wood. Sold as 144 pencils total..Jot notes, do homework or sketch with durable wooden pencils.No. 2 HB lead creates smooth, clean marks.Durable wood construction resists breaking under pressure.Eraser makes it easy to wipe mistakes away

Price is  $63.09
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Lyra Rembrandt Professional Colored Pencils, Assorted Colors, 13/Set (LYXL2001120) image 1
Item: 24648974
Model: LYXL2001120

Introducing Lyra Rembrandt Polycolor professional colored pencils—When used on light or white paper, these pencils unleash their full vibrancy, making your artwork glow with intensity. Unlike other mediums, colored pencils don't require a base layer for the strokes to adhere—they're crafted with highly stable pigments bound to a fine medium, making them indispensable for professional artists. Each pencil's smooth, round body is made from premium cedar wood, sustainably sourced and certified by Italy's PEFC. The color-dipped end seamlessly matches the pencil's shade, enhancing both aesthetic and functionality. With a lead diameter of 4 mm, Polycolor pencils offer superior performance, featuring permanent pigments that resist UV rays. They're waterproof, vivid, and blend effortlessly, offering an infinite range of shades, hues, and muted tones. These pencils are perfect for any illustration or drawing style and excel on rough surfaces, where they grip the texture, delivering rich, enduring color. Having spent over 200 years providing quality products to artists, schools & offices all over the world, the historic LYRA brand — founded by Johann Froescheis in Nuremberg in 1806 — is one of the oldest pencil companies in the world. Synonymous with innovation & quintessential German quality, Lyra is a well-respected name all over the world. Ever since it produced its first pencils, Lyra has stuck to strict rules to ensure the utmost quality — from the selection of raw materials right through to the manufacturing process..REMBRANDT POLYCOLOR PROFESSIONAL COLORED PENCILS—Indulge in the unparalleled precision of expertly milled, archival pigments packed into strong 4mm cores wrapped in PEFC cedar.VIBRANT, BRIGHT, INTENSE PIGMENT—Highly stable, permanent pigments are waterproof & lightfast, ensuring your masterpiece remains eye-catching over many years.PRECISE STROKES & REFINED BLENDING—The solid core can be sharpened to a razer-thin point & multiple colors blend perfectly to create a variety of shades, hues &muted tones.USE FOR ART CLASS & FINISHED PIECES—Craft breathtaking works of art destined for gallery walls, prestigious auctions, or lucrative online marketplaces.MADE IN GERMANY – Since 1806, Lyra has been a product of talent, vision, creativity and performance, requiring the best tools for artists and professionals to enjoy for years to come.Lyra Rembrandt Polycolor professional colored pencils, made in Germany from sustainably sourced cedar and packed with vibrant, lightfast pigments, offer smooth blending, precise strokes, and archival-quality performance—perfect for professional artists seeking rich, lasting color across all styles and surfaces.

Price is  $29.49
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Pentel Arts Color Pencils, Assorted Colors, 12 Pack (CB8-12) image 1
Item: 2736520
Model: CB8-12

Pentel Arts Color Pencils feature pre-sharpened, real wood cased pencils in a rainbow of clear, brilliant colors. Each pencil is long lasting and fade resistant; leads are strong and break resistant. Pentel Arts Color Pencils apply smoothly and blend easily for subtle shades, tints and color mixtures that will add pizzazz to any creative project. Ideal for drawing, illustrations, designs, sketches, posters, murals, portraits, and caricatures..Brilliant colors apply smoothly, evenly and blend easily for subtle shades, tints and color mixtures.Pre-sharpened, real wood-cased pencils contain leads that are completely glued in making them strong & break resistant.Colors are long-lasting and fade-resistant that stand the test of time

Price is  $4.29
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Cra-Z-Art Colored Pencils, Assorted, 72/Box (r10402) image 1
Item: 1543819
Model: 10402-24

Make vivid strokes with these colored pencils. Made from real wood and with strong, thick leads, these Cra-Z-Art pre-sharpened colored pencils are durable and last a long time, while the 72 different bright colors add a special touch to your projects..Premium quality pre-sharpened colored pencils in assorted colors.72 pencils packed in peggable box.Made of real wood and features thick, strong art-quality leads.These colored pencils are non-toxic.Take writing and coloring to the next level with this 72-pack of Cra-Z-Art pre-sharpened colored pencils.

Price is  $18.29
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Dixon Oriole® Pencils, #2 Soft, 6 Dozen image 1
Item: 137943
Model: 12872

Dixon Oriole® Pencil with size 2 soft lead has a high quality latex free eraser for easy and clean corrections. Pencil is made of real wood that sharpens easily, sold as 6 dozen..#2 soft lead.Real wood sharpens easily.Bonded break resistant quality core for smooth writing.Top quality latex free eraser for easy, clean corrections.No rainforest wood.PMA Certified nontoxic.Woodcase pencils.Finest-quality, natural rubber erasers brush away mistakes without tearing the paper.Quality pencils at an economical price.Bonded, break-resistant black lead writes smoothly and helps keeps your hands clean.Dixon Oriole® Pencil with size 2 soft lead features bonded break resistant quality that provides smooth writing experience, sold as 6 dozen.

Price is  $16.79
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Musgrave Emojis Pencil, Pack of 144 (MUS2499G) image 1
Item: 24393407
Model: MUS2499G

Musgrave® "Emojis" Pencil with number 2 solid core offers dark markings and is ideal to draw, write or sketch. Round pencil is made of wood for durability and features metal ferrule with smooth eraser. Round wooden, quality #2 core with metal ferrule and smooth eraser. Purchased bagged by the dozen. Manufactured in Shelbyville Tennessee by family owned business, Established in 1916. Sold as 144 Pencils total..Wood pencils are made from a renewable resource.Ages 4-18.Pencils come in many different colors and patterns for you to choose how you want to express yourself just like an article of clothing.Pencils are fun to swap with your friends and begin a collection of the many different cores that are available

Price is  $62.29
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Lyra Rembrandt Polycolor Colored Pencil Roll, Assorted Colors, 24/Pack (LYXL2004240) image 1
Item: 24625154
Model: LYXL2004240

Unlike other mediums, colored pencils don't require a base layer for the strokes to adhere—they're crafted with highly stable pigments bound to a fine medium, making them indispensable for professional artists. Each pencil's smooth, round body is made from premium cedar wood, sustainably sourced and certified by Italy's PEFC. The color-dipped end seamlessly matches the pencil's shade, enhancing both aesthetic and functionality. With a lead diameter of 4 mm, Polycolor pencils offer superior performance, featuring permanent pigments that resist UV rays. They're waterproof, vivid, and blend effortlessly, offering an infinite range of shades, hues, and muted tones. These pencils are perfect for any illustration or drawing style and excel on rough surfaces, where they grip the texture, delivering rich, enduring color. Having spent over 200 years providing quality products to artists, schools & offices all over the world, the historic LYRA brand — founded by Johann Froescheis in Nuremberg in 1806 — is one of the oldest pencil companies in the world. Synonymous with innovation & quintessential German quality, Lyra is a well-respected name all over the world. Ever since it produced its first pencils, Lyra has stuck to strict rules to ensure the utmost quality — from the selection of raw materials right through to the manufacturing process..USE FOR ART CLASS & FINISHED PIECES—Craft breathtaking works of art destined for gallery walls, prestigious auctions, or lucrative online marketplaces.REMBRANDT POLYCOLOR PROFESSIONAL COLORED PENCILS—Indulge in the unparalleled precision of expertly milled, archival pigments packed into strong 4mm cores wrapped in PEFC cedar.24 Pencils.VIBRANT, BRIGHT, INTENSE PIGMENT—Highly stable, permanent pigments are waterproof & lightfast, ensuring your masterpiece remains eye-catching over many years.PRECISE STROKES & REFINED BLENDING—The solid core can be sharpened to a razer-thin point & multiple colors blend perfectly to create a variety of shades, hues &muted tones.MADE IN GERMANY – Since 1806, Lyra has been a product of talent, vision, creativity and performance, requiring the best tools for artists and professionals to enjoy for years to come.Introducing Lyra Rembrandt Polycolor professional colored pencils—When used on light or white paper, these pencils unleash their full vibrancy, making your artwork glow with intensity

Price is  $59.99
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Lyra Rembrandt Aquarell Watercolor Pencil Set Tin, Assorted Colors, 24/Pack (LYXL2011240) image 1
Item: 24625320
Model: LYXL2011240

Crafted with high-quality pigments that dissolve effortlessly, these pencils are a top-tier professional tool, ideal for bringing your artistic visions to life. Encased in a genuine hexagonal cedar wood body, certified by Italy's PEFC, the Aquarell pencils feature a 3.7 mm lead with exceptional UV-resistant pigments, delivering bold, brilliant colors that blend seamlessly and offer endless creative possibilities, whether applied dry or with water for remarkable transparency and depth. Having spent over 200 years providing quality products to artists, schools & offices all over the world, the historic LYRA brand — founded by Johann Froescheis in Nuremberg in 1806 — is one of the oldest pencil companies in the world. Synonymous with innovation & quintessential German quality, Lyra is a well-respected name all over the world. Ever since it produced its first pencils, Lyra has stuck to strict rules to ensure the utmost quality — from the selection of raw materials right through to the manufacturing process..Ignite a world of creative possibilities; use dry for precise lines, details & shading, or activate them with water to unleash vibrant watercolor effects, washes & gradients.24 Pencils, 1 Metal Tin.A great option for artist who want to paint on-the-go without wasting time on prep or clean up; great for travel, outdoor sketching, or painting sessions outside the studio.DETAILS, PRECISION & FINE LINES—Tackle the finest strokes easily with a sharpened tip & control the amount of gradient or wash using a watered brush.LONG LASTING, ARCHIVAL COLOR—Lightfast pigment means your art will avoid yellowing over time & can be displayed proudly, even in the sun.MADE IN GERMANY – Since 1806, Lyra has been a product of talent, vision, creativity and performance, requiring the best tools for artists and professionals to enjoy for years to come.Introducing Lyra Rembrandt Aquarell watercolor pencils—These premium water-soluble colored pencils transform your drawings into vivid, vibrant works of art with a touch of water, offering rich shading and hazy effects that evoke the fluid beauty of watercolors

Price is  $77.89
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Lyra Rembrandt Aquarell Watercolor Pencil Set Tin, Assorted Colors, 12/Pack (LYXL2011120) image 1
Item: 24625319
Model: LYXL2011120

Crafted with high-quality pigments that dissolve effortlessly, these pencils are a top-tier professional tool, ideal for bringing your artistic visions to life. Encased in a genuine hexagonal cedar wood body, certified by Italy's PEFC, the Aquarell pencils feature a 3.7 mm lead with exceptional UV-resistant pigments, delivering bold, brilliant colors that blend seamlessly and offer endless creative possibilities, whether applied dry or with water for remarkable transparency and depth. Having spent over 200 years providing quality products to artists, schools & offices all over the world, the historic LYRA brand — founded by Johann Froescheis in Nuremberg in 1806 — is one of the oldest pencil companies in the world. Synonymous with innovation & quintessential German quality, Lyra is a well-respected name all over the world. Ever since it produced its first pencils, Lyra has stuck to strict rules to ensure the utmost quality — from the selection of raw materials right through to the manufacturing process..Ignite a world of creative possibilities; use dry for precise lines, details & shading, or activate them with water to unleash vibrant watercolor effects, washes & gradients.12 Pencils, 1 Metal Tin.A great option for artist who want to paint on-the-go without wasting time on prep or clean up; great for travel, outdoor sketching, or painting sessions outside the studio.DETAILS, PRECISION & FINE LINES—Tackle the finest strokes easily with a sharpened tip & control the amount of gradient or wash using a watered brush.LONG LASTING, ARCHIVAL COLOR—Lightfast pigment means your art will avoid yellowing over time & can be displayed proudly, even in the sun.MADE IN GERMANY – Since 1806, Lyra has been a product of talent, vision, creativity and performance, requiring the best tools for artists and professionals to enjoy for years to come.Introducing Lyra Rembrandt Aquarell watercolor pencils—These premium water-soluble colored pencils transform your drawings into vivid, vibrant works of art with a touch of water, offering rich shading and hazy effects that evoke the fluid beauty of watercolors

Price is  $36.89
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About Premium Wood Pencils

Premium wood pencils are essential tools for artists, students, and professionals alike, offering a blend of precision and comfort. Crafted from high-quality wood, these pencils provide a smooth writing and drawing experience, making them ideal for various applications, from sketching to note-taking.

Designed for durability and performance, premium wood pencils come in various lead grades, catering to different preferences and needs. Their classic design and reliable functionality make them a staple in any workspace or art studio.

When selecting premium wood pencils, consider the lead type, which can range from soft to hard, affecting the darkness and precision of your lines. Pencils with pre-sharpened tips offer convenience, while those with thicker leads provide enhanced durability for heavy-handed users.

Additionally, look for pencils that come in bulk packs, ensuring you always have a reliable writing instrument on hand. Features like break-resistant leads and eco-friendly materials can also enhance your overall experience, making premium wood pencils a smart choice for everyday use.