It's indicated that they're artist quality but are they actually lightfast & archival?

They are not professional quality as they are not lightfast. They are great for beginning colorists (who use coloring books). The colors match Prismacolors pretty close. However, this set works out to $0.42 USD per pencil. Prismacolors, which are considered the best soft wax lightfast pencil used by professional artists, can be purchased on sale for $0.60 per pencil in the 150 sets. Sometimes cheaper. It is better to save up and buy the Prismacolors if you want your artwork to last (or have plans to sell it). A 150 set will last you several years so the $90 investment is worth it. These pencils are good if you are just starting out in coloring books.

are these ok to use for watercolor?

As accents, maybe. They are not watercolor pencils. They are wonderful though. I’m using them instead of my expensive ones.

Why the higher cost for the Amazon 48ct vs the 72ct?

There Re to options for the 48ct...pencils only...or pencils with a kit

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Premium Colored Pencils for Coloring, Drawing and Shading, Soft Core with Rich Pigment, Pre-Sharpened, Tin Case, 24 Count, Multicolor

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Age Range (Description)
Adult
Brand
Amazon Basics
Color
Multicolor
Ink Color
Multicolor
Writing Instrument Form
Colored Pencil

🎨24 vibrant colors

✏️Pre-sharpened soft cores

🛡️Durable break-resistant leads

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Description

🎉 Color your world with premium ease and vibrant flair!

VIBRANT 24 COLOR SPECTRUM - Unleash your creativity with a rich palette that makes every stroke pop.
ORGANIZED PORTABLE TIN CASE - Keep your colors protected and perfectly arranged wherever inspiration strikes.
SOFT CORE FOR SMOOTH BLENDING - Effortlessly layer and shade with artist-quality softness.
DURABLE BREAK RESISTANT LEADS - Work confidently without interruptions or wasted pencils.
READY TO USE PRE SHARPENED PENCILS - Jump straight into your masterpiece—no waiting, no hassle.

Amazon Basics Premium Colored Pencils offer 24 richly pigmented, pre-sharpened pencils with soft, durable cores designed for smooth application and detailed artistry. Housed in a sturdy tin case with a built-in tray, this set is perfect for professionals, hobbyists, and students seeking quality and convenience in one vibrant package.

Specifications

ASIN	B07D93R5HV
Additional Features	Detachable
Age Range Description	Adult
Best Sellers Rank	#1,381 in Office Products ( See Top 100 in Office Products ) #4 in Wooden Colored Pencils
Body Shape	Round
Brand Name	Amazon Basics
Closure Type	Not relevant for this product
Color	Multicolor
Customer Reviews	4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (32,517)
Drill Point	Fine
Global Trade Identification Number	00192233031729
Grip Type	No Grip
Hand Orientation	Ambidextrous
Hardness	Soft
Included Components	Storage Case/lead /sharpener
Ink Color	Multicolor
Item Dimensions	8.46 x 0.55 x 7.52 inches
Item Weight	4.54 g
Manufacturer	Amazon
Material Type	Wood
Model Number	Hobby 4.0-24c
Recommended Uses For Product	Drawing, Coloring
Style	Pencils
Theme	Rainbow
UPC	192233031729
Unit Count	24 Count
Writing Instrument Form	Colored Pencil

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