Faber-Castell Company Description
Banking on the written word, Faber-Castell, the world's oldest manufacturer of writing instruments, makes nearly 2 billion pencils a year. Its Graf von Faber-Castell line of premium fountain and roller pens and mechanical pencils sell for up to $800; a limited edition commands nearly $2,000. The company also makes artist-quality color pencils and pastels, as well as markers, technical drawing pencils, and products for children (crayons, pencils, sharpeners). Founded in 1761 as a pencil factory, Faber-Castell is owned and managed by eighth-generation family member Count Anton Wolfgang von Faber-Castell.
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