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Lot 140

US Patent Office Model, Knitting Machine

Estimate: $200 - $400

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US Patent Office Model, Knitting Machine, 1855


Arasmus French Knitting Machine Patent Model, 1855, Waterbury, CT, wooden static model demonstrating French's patent for a knitting machine. Official Patent # 13,750, issued Nov 6, 1855.

H: 4 3/4 W: 8 D: 6 1/2 in.

Condition

3/4 in crack on black wheel edge and a 1/2 inch crack by the axle. Accession number painted on the bottom.

Overall Dimensions
Width: 8.00

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From the Estate of John A. Davidson, Jr. Proceeds to benefit the APL of Lorain County and the Dittrick Museum.