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034 Vintage Lion Menucator No 2 Model Printing Set

This vintage Lion Menucator No. 2 model is a fascinating piece of early printing technology. Designed for creating custom signage and menus, this device offers a glimpse into the history of letterpress and advertising. A unique collectible for enthusiasts and collectors of vintage printing equipment.

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Bidder Name Bidding Time Bid Auto
Camcorder Ebook 2024-09-14 14:34:18 £5.00

Auction Ended

Winning Bid: £5.00

Winner: Camcorder Ebook

Timezone: Europe/London

Reserve Met

Introducing the Lion Menucator No. 2

This is a vintage Lion Menucator No. 2 model printing set, a fascinating piece of early 20th-century printing technology. Designed for creating custom signage, menus, or promotional materials, this device features a wooden casing housing the mechanisms for assembling letters and symbols onto a printing plate. The Menucator allowed users to quickly and easily produce professional-looking printed materials without the need for traditional letterpress equipment or skilled typesetting.

Condition and Collectibility

The Menucator presents with signs consistent with age and use, exhibiting wear to the wooden casing and potential wear to internal components. While the functionality is not assessed, this set is of interest to collectors of antique printing equipment, ephemera, and vintage advertising memorabilia. Its unique design and historical significance make it a desirable piece for those interested in the evolution of printing technology and early 20th-century design.

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