Royal Portable - Typewriter - 1930-1940
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Royal Portable metal portable typewriter in black with chrome details and red accents, made by Royal Typewriter Company (USA), dating from around 1930–1940, in working order but in reasonable, heavily used condition with possible missing small parts, dimensions 31 cm (L) × 32 cm (W) × 15 cm (H), weight 5.6 kg, includes the original cleaning brush and the original black carrying case showing wear.
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Royal Portable Typewriter. International QWERTY (£/$) with original case from around 1930
Vintage Royal Portable typewriter, produced between roughly 1927 and 1935.
This iconic piece features an international QWERTY keyboard, including £ and $ symbols and the classic round keys.
The machine also comes with its accompanying cleaning brush.
A beautiful object for the vintage-tech enthusiast or as a decorative piece.
Condition: The machine types, but has not been technically checked or tested for full functionality. The ribbon system is present.
The machine shows signs of use and light oxidation on the metal parts, appropriate for its age.
Sold in the condition as shown in the photos.
Delivered in the original black-covered carrying case. The case is clearly 'well-used' with wear at the corners; the brass clasps are functional.
Specifications:
Brand: Royal Typewriter Company, USA.
Model: Portable.
Period: ca. 1927 – 1935.
Keyboard: QWERTY (International with £ and $).
Details: Black with chrome details and red accents.
Extra: Includes original small cleaning brush.
Dimensions and Weight:
Dimensions: 31 cm (L) x 32 cm (W) x 15 cm (H).
Weight: 5.6 kg.
Royal Portable Typewriter. International QWERTY (£/$) with original case from around 1930
Vintage Royal Portable typewriter, produced between roughly 1927 and 1935.
This iconic piece features an international QWERTY keyboard, including £ and $ symbols and the classic round keys.
The machine also comes with its accompanying cleaning brush.
A beautiful object for the vintage-tech enthusiast or as a decorative piece.
Condition: The machine types, but has not been technically checked or tested for full functionality. The ribbon system is present.
The machine shows signs of use and light oxidation on the metal parts, appropriate for its age.
Sold in the condition as shown in the photos.
Delivered in the original black-covered carrying case. The case is clearly 'well-used' with wear at the corners; the brass clasps are functional.
Specifications:
Brand: Royal Typewriter Company, USA.
Model: Portable.
Period: ca. 1927 – 1935.
Keyboard: QWERTY (International with £ and $).
Details: Black with chrome details and red accents.
Extra: Includes original small cleaning brush.
Dimensions and Weight:
Dimensions: 31 cm (L) x 32 cm (W) x 15 cm (H).
Weight: 5.6 kg.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Weight
5600 g
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
United States
Material
Metal
Manufacturer/ Brand
Royal Portable
Colour
Black
Condition
Fair condition - heavily used & with possibly minor parts missing
Height
15 cm
Width
32 cm
Depth
31 cm
In Working Order
Yes
Estimated period
1930-1940
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