These Derwent Charcoal Tinted Pencils contain charcoal with a hint of colour so you can experiment with unique techniques. They have a soft lead which makes them ideal for smudging, blending and more. Each pencil is encased in wood so they won't leave a mess behind. These charcoal pencils have a hint of colour so you can add unique colour variations to your art. The soft lead is great for smudging and blending. Each pencil is water soluble so you can use wash and watercolour effects in your art. There are 12 pencils in this pack in assorted colours.