Herbin’s specialty inks include rich metallics, shimmering pearlescents, and inks steeped in history.
These inks are not for fountain pens. They are best suited for nibs, glass or quill pens, calames and brushes.
Invisible Ink (“Encre Sympathique”)
The ink turns blue when held under a light or other heat source. Writing disappears as the paper cools.
Looks pink in the bottle but writes clear
Water based
30 mL
Ref. #H138/90
Authentique Ink (“Encre Authentique”)
Also known as “Lawyers’ Ink.” This intense black ink was used by French notaries to write official acts. It contains Campeche wood tannin for exceptional preservation. Lettering done with this ink is said to be legible for 300 years.
Water based
30 mL
Ref H138/91
Pigmented Ink (“Encre Pigmentee”)
Exquisitely rich opaque inks with high pigment content.
Bottle needs to be shaken vigorously and frequently during use
Very dramatic on dark-colored paper
Water-based
Ink in 4 brilliant colors: opaque white /01; gold /04; silver /05; copper /06
Ref. H135/ – 30 mL bottle
Ref. H120/04 – Sampling of 5 10 mL bottles
Pearlescent Ink (“Encre Nacree”)
This beautiful ink will enhance lettering with a pearl-like luster.
Available in 10 shimmering colors: white 01/; royal blue /18; red /20; apple green /34; light aqua /35; chocolate /49; yellow /50; coral red /58; rose /60; violet /70
Ref. H132/ – 30 mL bottle
Ref. H120/05 – Sampling of 5 10 mL bottles
Calligraphy Ink (“Encre De Calligraphie”)
These inks contain natural resins allowing the ink to adhere to the metal nib, but flow smoothly and consistently.
Water-based
Lightfast
Rich opacity
Available in 8 colors: black /09; blue /10; red /20; green /30; brown /40; yellow /50; violet /70
Ref. H115 – 15 mL bottles
Ref. H114 – 50 mL
Ref. H120/03 – Sampling of five 10 mL bottles
India Ink (“Encre De Chine”)
This ink’s principal component is the lacquer found in the Punjab region. J. Herbin began production of India ink in 1829.
Shellac type lacquer dries to a nice shine
Great permanency of color
Indelible and solvent resistant
Available in black /09; turquoise /10; royal blue /18; red /20; green /30; brown /40; yellow /50; violette / 70
Ref H113 – 15 mL bottle
Ref H112/09 – 50 mL bottle (black only)
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