British Cast Iron Lever Embossing Seal Press Black Japanned Office Tool 20th C

Name: British Cast Iron Lever Embossing Seal Press Black Japanned Office Tool 20th C
SKU: INV4938
Price: 20.00 GBP
Availability: InStock

£20.00

Inventory Code: INV4938

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Antique Cast Iron Lever Embossing Seal Press Black Japanned Office Tool

ITEM DETAILS

Inventory Code: INV4938

Object: Lever embossing seal press

Material: Cast iron and metal

Origin: England

Period: Early 20th century

Date: Circa 1900-1930

Decoration: Black japanned finish with traces of gilt decoration

Mark: Unmarked

MEASUREMENTS

Height: 4.3 in / 11.0 cm

Width: 2.4 in / 6.0 cm

Depth: 4.1 in / 10.5 cm

CONDITION

FAIR (3/5) – Substantial age-related wear with losses and crazing to the black finish, exposed metal, surface oxidation, scratches and worn gilt decoration. The green felt covering underneath is worn, stained and lifting at the edges. Function has not been tested. Please review the photos carefully for more details.

DESCRIPTION

An antique cast iron lever operated embossing or seal press with a substantial shaped frame and long curved handle. The press retains an old black japanned finish with remnants of gilt decoration, giving it an appealing period office and industrial character. The mechanism incorporates opposing metal dies intended to create an impressed or embossed mark in paper or documents. A worn green felt covering remains on the underside of the rectangular base. Compact and solidly constructed, this is an attractive example of early office equipment suitable for a collection or period display.

COLLECTOR’S NOTE

Mechanical seal and embossing presses were widely used by businesses, institutions and professionals to authenticate documents and stationery. Surviving cast iron examples are collected as decorative office antiques and for their connection with historic commercial and administrative practices.

NOTES

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