Patent Model of Edison's Universal Stock Printer, circa 1872

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Artifact Overview

Thomas Edison's reputation was initially established through his work in telegraphy, particularly on stock tickers -- telegraphs that printed real-time financial information. While he did not invent the stock ticker, his improvements -- particularly those related to synchronizing multiple units -- were a great commercial success. Edison's experience with telegraphy infrastructure, and his approach to continually refining his designs, was foundational for his later successes.

Artifact Details

Artifact

Model (Patent)

Subject Date

circa 1872

Creator Notes

Designed by Thomas A. Edison in Newark, New Jersey.

Location

at Greenfield Village in Menlo Park Laboratory

Object ID

29.1980.293

Credit

From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of the Edison Pioneers.

Material

Brass (Alloy)
Copper (Metal)
Iron (Metal)

Dimensions

Height: 8 in
Diameter: 8.75 in

Inscriptions

Painted on base; EDISON'S PATENT GOLD & STOCK TELEGRAPH CO.; NO.510
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