Stansbury Press, 1821-1825
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Artifact Overview
Patented by Abraham O. Stansbury in 1821, this press included an innovative "torsion toggle." When the press bar was turned, two inclined rods straightened, exerting pressure on the platen to make a print impression. This particular press was active from the early 1820s into the 1920s, printing early government documents and three different newspapers in Illinois.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Printing press
Date Made
1821-1825
Place of Creation
Creator Notes
Made by Cincinnati Type Foundry in Cincinnati, Ohio. Patented by Abraham Ogier Stansbury.
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
30.904.1
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford.
Material
Cast iron
Wood (Plant Material)
Dimensions
Height: 69 in
Width: 44 in
Depth: 58 in
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