Alexandra Printing Press

PART OF:
Alexandra printing press, with pre-heating press, heated platens and accessories, master pressing plate, sample sheets and finished labels
Made:
1880-1885
Alexandra Printing Press

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Alexandra Printing Press, converted to produce celluloid price labels, unsigned, 1880-1885

Details

Category:
Printing & Writing
Object Number:
1977-14 Pt1
Materials:
cast iron and steel (metal)
Measurements:
overall: 500 mm x 1930 mm x 1000 mm,
type:
printing press
credit:
Reliance Nameplates Ltd.

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