This set contains 24 high quality Faber-Castell Polychromos Artists' Pencils enclosed in a convenient and easily portable tin. The term "Polychromos" derives from the Greek words 'poly' (many) and 'chroma' (colour). There are 120 colours in the Polychromos product range. Launched on the market in 1908. Polychromos pencils provide the highest break resistance, unmatched light resistance, excellent colour brilliance, wiping and water resistance and an optimal paintability. Polychromos artists' pen