The Valentine S designed by Ettore Sottsass in 1969 ( Ettore Sottsass JR was a member of the Memphis design group in Milano ) , in collaboration with Perry King. This typewriter is in a good working condition overall ( see pictures) .The color ribbon has to be changed some time in the future . The only thing that is missing are the two orange ribbon covers but they could be found at different sites. It will of course be delivered with its original Carrying Case Box .This iconic Typewriter is on permanent exhibition at the MOMA in New York , The London Design museum , Trienale in Milano etc.. For bidders from Switzerland , please get an offer for freight and Custom handling from me before bidding due to the special regulations of this Country , thanks !