Mercedes Prima - Typewriter - 1930-1940

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Mercedes Prima typewriter, manufactured by Mercedes Büromaschinen‑Werke A.G. in Zella-Mehlis, Germany, dating from around 1936, finished in black metal with gold lettering and an AZERTY keyboard, with dimensions 50 cm high, 40 cm wide, 11 cm deep, in good used condition and fully functional with its original carrying case.

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Rare Mercedes Prima typewriter from around 1936, manufactured by Mercedes Büromaschinen‑Werke A.G. in Zella‑Mehlis, Thuringia (Germany).
A beautiful example of German precision engineering and interwar industrial design, finished in glossy black with gold lettering and the original “Mercedes Prima” logo.

The machine features an AZERTY keyboard with classic round keys and white characters on black backgrounds.
Mechanically fully functional: the typebars move smoothly, the ribbon mechanism operates correctly, and the carriage return works as intended.
Comes with its original carrying case, including authentic closures and interior lining.

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Rare Mercedes Prima typewriter from around 1936, manufactured by Mercedes Büromaschinen‑Werke A.G. in Zella‑Mehlis, Thuringia (Germany).
A beautiful example of German precision engineering and interwar industrial design, finished in glossy black with gold lettering and the original “Mercedes Prima” logo.

The machine features an AZERTY keyboard with classic round keys and white characters on black backgrounds.
Mechanically fully functional: the typebars move smoothly, the ribbon mechanism operates correctly, and the carriage return works as intended.
Comes with its original carrying case, including authentic closures and interior lining.

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Details

Era
1900-2000
Country of origin
Germany
Material
Metal
Manufacturer/ Brand
Mercedes Prima
Colour
Black
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
50 cm
Width
40 cm
Depth
11 cm
In Working Order
Yes
Estimated period
1930-1940
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Objects sold
3
Objects in auction
47
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