Coding typewriter

Object/Artifact

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Jefferson County Museum

Name/Title

Coding typewriter

Entry/Object ID

1721

Description

This machine was probably made for typing coded messages. There are ten composite fiber keys, an inked ribbon and several gears and wheels at the heart of the mechanism. Painted black with gold and red trim. Stamped on a plate near the gears "PATENTED MAY 20, 1879 APR 4, 1882".

Acquisition

Accession

79

Source or Donor

Read, Eleanor Perry

Acquisition Method

Gift

Made/Created

Date made

1879 - 1882

Material

Metal