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B1890 Typewriter, with case and base, 'Monarch Visible', number 3, serial number 21134, metal / wood / plastic / textile, made by The Monarch Visible Co, Syracuse, New York, United States of America, 1907-1908. Click to enlarge.
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'Monarch Visible' typewriter by The Monarch Visible Co

Made
This object is part of the Royal Australian Historical Society (RAHS) collection which was donated to the Powerhouse Museum in 1981. The Society was formed in 1901 and is the oldest historical society in Australia. As a result many of the objects they collected are of great significance to Australia and to New South Wales. Some are associated with people and families like the Marsdens, Henry Parkes, Mawson, and John Verge. Others like the convict handcuffs and the Ben Hall 'Wanted' poster …

Summary

Object No.

B1890

Object Statement

Typewriter, with case and base, 'Monarch Visible', number 3, serial number 21134, metal / wood / plastic / textile, made by The Monarch Visible Co, Syracuse, New York, United States of America, 1907-1908

Physical Description

Typewriter "Monarch Visible" made by [3] The Monarch Visible Co., Syracuse N.Y., U.S.A. no. 21134. In carrying case. 14 1/2" carriage (SB). ... in metal carrying case ... (LC).

Short URL

https://ma.as/209070

Production

Made

Source

Credit Line

Gift of The Royal Australian Historical Society, 1970

Acquisition Date

29 October 1970

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