Royal Talens Rembrandt Artists' Soft Pastel, 700.5 Black (31997005) Unsurpassed glow - purity and intensity Made from the best quality - finely ground pure pigments in an extra-fine Kaol The result is a velvety-smooth softness in every color Each rich color is thoroughly blended and uniform - end to end Contain no hard bits or sharp edges which could cause shiny spots or scratches