V & J Figgins Columbian Hand Iron Press

Manufacturer: V & J Figgins, London, UK

Y.O.M: 1874

Serial No.: 3249

Size: 17¨ x 22¨

Restored: 2019


Description:
V & J Figgins was a prominent English press manufacturer who, like many factories in mid 19th century London, also built Columbian presses once Clymer's original patents had expired. Made in 1874, this press came to us in an extremely poor condition, with large chunks of the frame missing, requiring extensive repair and fine restoration of the delicate caduceus design.

Painted pink, the Figgins Columbian press has been designated as the press power behind the Pink Ink Program for cancer awareness campaigns. For inquiries: info@howardironworks.org.

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