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Oct 1, 1564
Graphite was found!
It was discovered in a tree knocked down by a storm. An area of graphite deposit was found around the tree. -
Germans create a writing stick
Using powdered graphite, the Germans invent a graphite stick used for writing. -
The Original Wooden Sticks
Italians add wood to the outside of the graphite sticks, somewhat resembling the modern day pencil. -
Adding the Eraser
Hymen Lipman received the credit for attaching an eraser to the end of a pencil. -
Brighter Color Pencils
In China, the color yellow is associated with royalty and respect. American pencil manufacturers began painting their pencils bright yellow to make a "regal" feeling and association with China. -
Colored Pencils!
Colored pencils were invented by Fabor Company lcated in Stein, Germany. -
The Present Pencil
The pencil we use now is thin and long. We use it to make lines, it can shade large areas, make dots, we use the eraser on the end and of course writing and drawing.
