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It was discovered in a tree knocked down by a storm. An area of graphite deposit was found around the tree.
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Using powdered graphite, the Germans invent a graphite stick used for writing.
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Italians add wood to the outside of the graphite sticks, somewhat resembling the modern day pencil.
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Hymen Lipman received the credit for attaching an eraser to the end of a pencil.
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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.
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Colored pencils were invented by Fabor Company lcated in Stein, Germany.
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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.
