Archimedes H - Calculator - 1940-1950

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Archimedes H is the brand of this steel manual adding machine, likely designed by Reinhold Pöhlmann of Glashütte, circa 1940–1950, in good used condition with minor signs of age and spots, weighing 7 kg and measuring 25 cm wide, 25 cm high and 25 cm deep, and in working order.

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also called mechanical calculators or multipliers with a manual crank, not a typewriter.
Brand and Model: On the front part, the word 'Archimedes' is clearly visible, and in smaller characters, 'Reinhold Pöhlmann Glashütte i/Sa'.
Color and appearance: The body is glossy or enameled black, and the object appears worn, with signs of use, dust, and perhaps rust that attest to its age.
Calculation Interface
The central part features a series of vertical columns of setting buttons with numbers from 1 to 9.
The buttons are bright yellow with black figures on a dark green background (showing signs of dirt and aging).
There are at least eight columns to enter numbers.
Operating Mechanism
On the lower right side, a large cross-shaped crank (a four-pronged gear) with a light-colored or wooden handle is visible. This crank was used to perform operations (addition, subtraction, etc.).
There is also a smaller knob (perhaps a selector or a reset lever) on the right, above the operating mechanism. Signs of wear as shown.
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also called mechanical calculators or multipliers with a manual crank, not a typewriter.
Brand and Model: On the front part, the word 'Archimedes' is clearly visible, and in smaller characters, 'Reinhold Pöhlmann Glashütte i/Sa'.
Color and appearance: The body is glossy or enameled black, and the object appears worn, with signs of use, dust, and perhaps rust that attest to its age.
Calculation Interface
The central part features a series of vertical columns of setting buttons with numbers from 1 to 9.
The buttons are bright yellow with black figures on a dark green background (showing signs of dirt and aging).
There are at least eight columns to enter numbers.
Operating Mechanism
On the lower right side, a large cross-shaped crank (a four-pronged gear) with a light-colored or wooden handle is visible. This crank was used to perform operations (addition, subtraction, etc.).
There is also a smaller knob (perhaps a selector or a reset lever) on the right, above the operating mechanism. Signs of wear as shown.
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Details

Era
1900-2000
No. of items
1
Material
Steel
Manufacturer/ Brand
Archimedes H
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
25 cm
Width
25 cm
Depth
25 cm
Weight
7 kg
Estimated Period
1940-1950
In working order
Yes
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