Nitram Fine Art Charcoal Academie - traditional charcoal - box of 5 sticks

For the discerning artist that requires a rich black for drawing, then Nitram B is the answer. It is very soft, yet is still able to carry a point for working rich blacks into the paper or canvas.
Nitram HB’s superior hold is perfect for homogenizing tones and retaining tonal detail. This medium soft charcoal is the one most preferred for drawing and sketching.
Nitram H can be sharpened to an extra fine point for creating fine detail in your drawing. Also, the unique hardness of Nitram H makes lighter and mid tones easier to attain.