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Auction: 22028 - The Klempka Family Collection of Great Britain - Part II
Lot: 228

Great Britain
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Archer Perforating Machine
1851-52 a group of Parliamentary Papers relating to the perforation of postage stamps and gives an interesting insight into the instigation of these machines and the disappointment of Henry Archer for his lack of remuneration for his invention. 1855 (25 May) letter from Mr Muntz (M.P. for Birmingham, supporting the use of perforating machines) and extolling their virtues plus some other items. Good background information

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