R. Hoe Co. Super Royal Hand Iron Press - New York
Age: 1846, Serial No. 2323, Platen size 21" x 28", Bed size 26” x 34.75” - referred to as the "Super Royal" size
This machine bears the medallions of Benjamin Franklin and George Washington in bas-relief on the head as well as brass finials on head and the platen. The figure 4 toggle is a key feature of R. Hoe’s Washington style iron presses.