Addressograph; Multigraph Ltd; 1950's; CR1977.731

From

Cromwell Museum

Name/Title

Addressograph

About this object

Class 500 Addressograph addressing machine manufactured by Multigraph Ltd London. The cast iron machine has a small foot stand in each corner. The ink print ribbon goes across the top of the machine winding from one reel to another by means of two knobs at the front (one of the knobs has a cap missing). An arm which is hinged at the back has a with rubber plate on the bottom which is pushed down onto the ink tape. A ridged handle on top of the arm has AM engraved on it. A steel T shaped rod attached at the back lifts slightly to hold the paper in place.

Maker

Multigraph Ltd

Maker Role

Manufacturer

Date Made

1950's

Period

1940's - 1960's

Place Made

England, London

Medium and Materials

Cast iron

Inscription and Marks

CLASS 500
Addressograph
Addressing Machine MADE IN ENGLAND
ADDRESSOGRAPH-MULTIGRAPH LIMITED
LONDON
AM

Measurements

L 215mm X W 155mm X H 170mm

Subject and Association Keywords

Office equipment

Subject and Association Keywords

Tools

Credit Line

From the Collection of the Cromwell Museum

Object Type

Office equipment

Object number

CR1977.731

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