Accession Number: 1999.33.1-2
Description: Portable braillewriter in carrying case is mounted on a green felt-covered removable wood base, which forms part of the carrying case. Embosses a roll of paper tape which is 15/16 of an inch in width. Folding paper-holding mechanism extends 4 1/2 inches beyond the width of the braillewriter. Has six conventional keys and a spacing key (located in the center). "JMG No. 17" is stamped on top of braillewriter; yellow celluloid tag screwed to back of frame, "National Institute for the Blind/228 Great Portland St./London, W.I." Wooden carrying case has black leatherette covering; leather handle on right side with "STURDY" embossed on top; and hinged lid. Inside and bottom of case are lined in green felt. .1 - braillewriter .2 - carrying case
Height: 6.25
Width: 10
Length: 12.5
Date Made: 1933
Place of Origin: London, England
Credit Line: Museum Purchase, 1999.93
Subjects: Assistive technology Braillewriters Mechanical writing
Dimension Notes: 4.5 x 8 x 9.5 in. braillewriter
Made: J.M. Glauser & Sons, Ltd.; National Institute for the Blind
Material: Aluminum, brass, nickel, wood, leather, wool felt, leatherette
Updated: 02/15/2021
