Classic Glossy Black Powder

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Designed and developed by lettering artists for lettering artists.

Classic Glossy is designed for ornate and script writing using steel pen nibs only. This ink was a favorite of professional penmen in many countries; unsurpassed for ornamental, Spencerian and script writing where a fine hairline and brilliant shading is desired. Mix it fresh in a clean wide-mouth jar. Easily prepared - just add boiling water to the powder. Stir and watch as the brilliant raven black color develops. Stir before each use - please don't shake. The ink should stay in good writing condition for a long time. Makes 1 oz.

Ziller inks are:

Light-fast - Because you want your legacy to last.
Pigmented - Using pigments ground to sub-micron size for best flow and color effect.
Ph Balanced - For archival stability.
Waterproof - An acrylic co-polymer formula to allow unique color design, and give you an edge over the elements and the postman.
Gives fine hairlines and solid broad lines that are consistent in color.
Pre-mixed for your convenience.
A dipable ink with a wide mouth jar.
Flows well from both pointed and broad edged pens.
Creates similar looks of gouaches.
Water soluble, just dilute with distilled water.
Easy to clean up with water and a little ammonia.
Conforms to the ASTM D-4236 labeling requirements no toxic and the European EN-71 Standards no heavy metals.