Stansbury Press, 1867-1885
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Invented by Abraham O. Stansbury in 1821, this press included an innovative "torsion toggle." When the press bar was turned, three inclined rods straightened, exerting pressure on the platen to make a print impression. The spring-loaded platen returned to its starting position once the print was made.
Invented by Abraham O. Stansbury in 1821, this press included an innovative "torsion toggle." When the press bar was turned, three inclined rods straightened, exerting pressure on the platen to make a print impression. The spring-loaded platen returned to its starting position once the print was made.
Artifact
Printing press
Date Made
1867-1885
Creators
Stansbury, Abraham Ogier, 1776-1829
Place of Creation
United States, New York, New York
Creator Notes
Made by R. Hoe & Company in New York, New York. Patented by Abraham Ogier Stansbury.
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
00.3.2429
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Cast Iron
Dimensions
Height: 65 in
Width: 33.5 in
Depth: 41 in
Inscriptions
center of front head: 11
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