Antique R.C. Allen Figuring Machine c.1930
$150
ABOUT
An antique figuring calculating machine with Bakelite and steel body and glass display. The lever pulls forward and back.
- CREATOR R.C. Allen Calculators Inc., New York City, NY.
- DATE OF MANUFACTURE c.1930-1939.
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MATERIALS AND TECHNIQUES Steel, Metal, Bakelite.
- CONDITION Good. Wear consistent with age and use. The lever doesn't calculate and the numbers do not change.
- DIMENSIONS H 7 in. W 10.25 in. D 11 in.
HISTORY
In 1932, R.C. Allen Inc. was founded by Ralph C. Allen (1884-1967) in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Later, it became known as R.C. Allen Business Machines Inc. and was one of the leading manufacturers of business machines.
