Brunsviga Nova 13 - Brunsviga-Maschinenwerke Grimme, Natalis & Co. A.G., Braunschweig, Germany - Calculator - 1930-1940
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Brunsviga Nova 13 arithmometer manufactured by Brunsviga-Maschinenwerke Grimme, Natalis & Co. A.G., Braunschweig, Germany, dating to circa 1930, in excellent condition and in working order, made of cast iron, steel, brass and Bakelite, with dimensions 33 x 16 x 13 cm and a weight of 5 kg.
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Beautiful Antique Brunsviga Nova 13 Mechanical Calculator
Mechanical Calculator (Arithmometer)
Lot
DetailsObject: Mechanical Calculator (Arithmometer)
Brand / Model: Brunsviga Nova 13
Manufacturer: Brunsviga-Maschinenwerke Grimme, Natalis & Co. A.G., Braunschweig, Germany
Estimated Period: 1927 - 1943
Materials: Cast iron, steel, brass, bakelite
Country of Origin: Germany
The serial number 190057 provides precise historical context for your calculator. According to official factory records from Grimme, Natalis & Co., this machine was manufactured in 1937
Beautiful Antique Brunsviga Nova 13 Mechanical Calculator – c. 1930
Up for auction is an iconic piece of early computing and office technology: an original Brunsviga Nova 13 arithmometer, manufactured by the renowned German firm Grimme, Natalis & Co. A.G. in Braunschweig.
This specific model belongs to the legendary "13-series", highly regarded by collectors for its exceptional engineering, reliability, and compact design.
The calculator operates using the famous Odhner pinwheel system.
By sliding the selector pins and turning the hand cranks, complex arithmetic operations—including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division—could be performed completely mechanically.
It features a classic glossy black enamel finish with contrasting white and gold numbering, along with the distinct Brunsviga 'brain' logo emblem.
The lower frame proudly displays the manufacturer's gold inscription: "Brunsviga-Maschinenwerke Grimme, Natalis & Co. A.G."Condition:
Visual: The machine is in a beautiful, authentic vintage condition. It shows normal signs of age and paint wear that enhance its historical appeal and rich industrial patina (please refer to the high-resolution photos).
Mechanical: The cranks, clearing levers, and selector sliders move smoothly.
A fantastic display item for collectors of antique computing history, scientific instruments, or as a striking industrial design piece for a modern home or office.
Beautiful Antique Brunsviga Nova 13 Mechanical Calculator
Mechanical Calculator (Arithmometer)
Lot
DetailsObject: Mechanical Calculator (Arithmometer)
Brand / Model: Brunsviga Nova 13
Manufacturer: Brunsviga-Maschinenwerke Grimme, Natalis & Co. A.G., Braunschweig, Germany
Estimated Period: 1927 - 1943
Materials: Cast iron, steel, brass, bakelite
Country of Origin: Germany
The serial number 190057 provides precise historical context for your calculator. According to official factory records from Grimme, Natalis & Co., this machine was manufactured in 1937
Beautiful Antique Brunsviga Nova 13 Mechanical Calculator – c. 1930
Up for auction is an iconic piece of early computing and office technology: an original Brunsviga Nova 13 arithmometer, manufactured by the renowned German firm Grimme, Natalis & Co. A.G. in Braunschweig.
This specific model belongs to the legendary "13-series", highly regarded by collectors for its exceptional engineering, reliability, and compact design.
The calculator operates using the famous Odhner pinwheel system.
By sliding the selector pins and turning the hand cranks, complex arithmetic operations—including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division—could be performed completely mechanically.
It features a classic glossy black enamel finish with contrasting white and gold numbering, along with the distinct Brunsviga 'brain' logo emblem.
The lower frame proudly displays the manufacturer's gold inscription: "Brunsviga-Maschinenwerke Grimme, Natalis & Co. A.G."Condition:
Visual: The machine is in a beautiful, authentic vintage condition. It shows normal signs of age and paint wear that enhance its historical appeal and rich industrial patina (please refer to the high-resolution photos).
Mechanical: The cranks, clearing levers, and selector sliders move smoothly.
A fantastic display item for collectors of antique computing history, scientific instruments, or as a striking industrial design piece for a modern home or office.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Metal type
Brass, Cast iron, Iron
Number of objects
1
Material
Metal
Manufacturer/brand
Brunsviga Nova 13 - Brunsviga-Maschinenwerke Grimme, Natalis & Co. A.G., Braunschweig, Germany
Style
Industrial
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
13 cm
Width
33 cm
Depth
16 cm
Weight
5000 g
Estimated period
1930-1940
In working order
Yes
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