Royal No. 5 “Flatbed” - Typewriter - 1910-1920
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Royal No. 5 ‘Flatbed’ typewriter – c. 1912 – Barn find – Original condition
Special and authentic Royal No. 5 Flatbed typewriter from around 1912, offered in its original, unrestored “barn find” condition.
This iconic early Royal belongs to the classic American flatbed machines from the early 20th century and is today regarded as a beloved collector's item among enthusiasts of antique typewriters and industrial design. The machine possesses a beautiful historical appearance with visibly aged patina, original gold decals, glass keys, and open mechanics. It is precisely the untouched condition that gives this specimen its exceptionally decorative character.
Fitted with serial number 161221-5, dating to around 1912.
Condition:
Original barn find with clear signs of use and age appropriate for an object over 110 years old. Wear, oxidation and aging present. Keyboard largely complete and the mechanism largely intact. Sold in the current, untouched state.
A wonderful object for collectors, restorers, photography styling, industrial decor, or enthusiasts of early typewriters.
Details
Brand: Royal
Model: No. 5 Flatbed
Year: ca. 1912
Serial number: 161221-5
Origin: United States
Keyboard: QWERTY
Material: cast iron/steel and glass
Color: black with gold lettering
A characterful and rare early Royal with an authentic appearance and strong decorative value.
Carefully shipped insured.
Royal No. 5 ‘Flatbed’ typewriter – c. 1912 – Barn find – Original condition
Special and authentic Royal No. 5 Flatbed typewriter from around 1912, offered in its original, unrestored “barn find” condition.
This iconic early Royal belongs to the classic American flatbed machines from the early 20th century and is today regarded as a beloved collector's item among enthusiasts of antique typewriters and industrial design. The machine possesses a beautiful historical appearance with visibly aged patina, original gold decals, glass keys, and open mechanics. It is precisely the untouched condition that gives this specimen its exceptionally decorative character.
Fitted with serial number 161221-5, dating to around 1912.
Condition:
Original barn find with clear signs of use and age appropriate for an object over 110 years old. Wear, oxidation and aging present. Keyboard largely complete and the mechanism largely intact. Sold in the current, untouched state.
A wonderful object for collectors, restorers, photography styling, industrial decor, or enthusiasts of early typewriters.
Details
Brand: Royal
Model: No. 5 Flatbed
Year: ca. 1912
Serial number: 161221-5
Origin: United States
Keyboard: QWERTY
Material: cast iron/steel and glass
Color: black with gold lettering
A characterful and rare early Royal with an authentic appearance and strong decorative value.
Carefully shipped insured.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Weight
13 kg
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
United States
Material
Metal
Manufacturer/ Brand
Royal No. 5 “Flatbed”
Colour
Black
Condition
Fair condition - heavily used & with possibly minor parts missing
Height
24 cm
Width
38 cm
Depth
38 cm
In Working Order
No
Estimated period
1910-1920
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