Antique Hammond Multiplex Typewriter. USA, 1913

Gorgeous rare Hammond Multiplex typewriter made in the USA in 1913 and in amazing condition. This is a very special piece, as it remains in good working order; these typewriters are usually stuck or out of order, as their mechanisms are quite sensitives to dirt and dust. Nevertheless, the one that we can see in the images shows off a great operation. The ink ribbon is somewhat worn, but otherwise the typewriter works perfectly. Aesthetically is really well preserved and boasts the great beauty of the brand models. Moreover, it comes with its original wooden covering in excellent condition too. The typewriters mechanism is made up of silvery-metal component parts, visible from every angle. The front side mounts a black-enameled metal covering; the enamel is wonderfully preserved and so is the models name, in golden lettering (MULTIPLEX HAMMOND), and the colorful logo depicting a world map. Behind this cover we can see the keyboard, composed of white pieces with black and red symbols and nickel-plated reinforcement rings. The protecting cover and the base are made of solid-oak wood and keep the original finish. The cover bears an original decal with the colorful brand name and logo in perfect condition. As original as attractive, this rare Hammond Multiplex typewriter will stand out in any bookcase, desk or collection as the exclusive and special piece it is. Dimensions:Hammond Typewriters History James Bartlett Hammond was a North American journalist who lived between the 19th and 20th centuries. He was also an inventor, philanthropist and entrepreneur. The invention he is renowned for (and which won him a fortune) was the patent of the mechanism which gave life to his Hammond typewriters, which he was given in 1880. That same year he founded the Hammond Typewriter Company and launched the first model in 1884; the designed was awarded a gold medal in the New Orleans Centennial Exhibition. The ingenious mechanism of Hammonf typewriters is one of the sturdiest ever manufactured. In fact, Hammond models kept on being produced until the 1970s though with the trace of time they incorporated several variations. In the 1920s they changed their name for Varitypier and the first electric model was launched in the 1930s.