The Graf von Faber-Castell Pen of the Year 2021 tells the story of heroism of the Middle Ages, calling to mind daring feats, big adventures and epic battles.

Faber-Castell, manufacturer of the $12,000 pencil, releases new pen products for the holiday season.

Freeport-based Newell said Tuesday it agreed to buy Faber-Castell Corp., manufacturer of pencils and pens. The acquisition is part of a continuing expansion by Newell into the office-supply business.

Graf von Faber-Castell’s latest Pen of the Year pays tribute to the age of the Vikings with runic engravings and sacred wood inlays.

Faber-Castell’s Pen of the Year 2018, the Imperium Romanum, is a tribute to the grandeur of the Roman Empire.

Faber-Castell has linked up with the designers behind Porsche to come up with stainless-steel encased pens that are supposed to reflect the style of the sports carmaker.

Graf von Faber-Castell’s 2019 Pen of the Year collection is decorated with quotes and symbols related to the Japanese warrior class.

Staedtler and Faber-Castell are both part of the Mittelstand, the backbone of German industry, made up of thousands of small and medium-sized companies.

However, with such pastimes as doodling and colouring being touted as stressbusters to escape the daily grind and the relentless lure of smartphones, German pencil-maker Faber-Castell is thriving ...