Punctograph

Braillewriter

Accession Number: 1991.97

Description: This upward writing device item is probably a punctograph; six keys are hollow styli which produce braille by forcing the paper onto the formed braille matrix strip.

Date Made: 1885?

Place of Origin: Louisville, KY?

Collection: APH Collection

History/Provenance: APH Collection

Credit Line: APH Collection, 1991.97

Subjects: Blind. Printing and writing systems. Assistive technology Instructional aids, tools, and supplies. Prototypes.

Dimension Notes: 6.3 x 30.5 x 7 cm.

Made: American Printing House for the Blind?

Material: Brass, steel, aluminum

Exhibit Label: Instructional aid.

Updated: 04/24/2018