Art Pencils & Charcoal Market Value
Analysis of 71,312 eBay listings for art pencils and charcoal supplies.
What you'll usually pay
💡 Used ones cost about 41% more here.
👉 In short easy summary
The best value is found in charcoal and Crayola products, both priced 15% below the market median. Premium value is concentrated in Caran d'Ache brands and multicolor sets, which command a premium of 84% and 42% respectively.
💚 Best value for your money
Price by brand
Why? Prices vary by professional grade, with Caran d'Ache at 32.25 and Crayola at 15.
Price by type
Why? Pencil sets are more expensive at 24 compared to individual charcoal options at 15.
Price by color style
Why? Multicolor sets are the most expensive at 24.99, while single colors are the cheapest at 16.37.
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Common questions
What is the median price for a professional brand like Prismacolor?
The median price for Prismacolor is 22.25.
Are used art pencils more expensive than new ones?
Yes, the used median is 24.99 compared to the new median of 17.73.
Which type of art pencil is the most affordable?
Charcoal is the most affordable type with a median price of 15.
How we got these numbers
Worked out from 200 live eBay listings (price range $7–$61, odd outliers ignored). These are asking prices, so use them as a guide. Last checked August 3, 2026.