Ever wondered how your simple pencil acquired its designation ? The background is surprisingly fascinating . Initially, pencils weren't produced from graphite at all! They originated in the 16th period when a massive deposit of graphite was located in Borrowdale, England. This pure form was initially believed to be a form of lead, resulting … Read More

Did you realize that your everyday writing tool has a surprising history behind its moniker? The widely used term "pencil" actually originates in the Roman word "graphites," referring to refined graphite. Initially, pencils weren’t built using graphite at all, but from imported graphite found in Borrowdale, England. Because this graphite was usu… Read More