Estimating the total number of pens used each year can be challenging, but it's believed that billions of pens are purchased globally. In the United States alone, it's estimated that around 1.6 billion pens are sold annually. Factors such as consumer habits, office supply needs, and educational requirements contribute to this vast number. Overall, the global consumption likely reaches into the tens of billions when considering all types of pens and writing instruments.
32,085,462,143
maggie petersen (1.4 mil)
a lot. Not sure about pens but, ‎2.8 billion pencils are manufactured every year in the United States.
49,000
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maggie petersen (1.4 mil)
over 150 million
30,000,000
Many Diwali cards are sent each year. Cards are used to wish relatives and friends.
100 people.
The first ballpoint pen was put on sale in 1945 by the company Bíró Pens of Argentina. The ballpoint pen gained popularity quickly due to its convenience and reliability, replacing fountain pens as the preferred writing tool for many people.
450,000