Columbian
Term · Industrial and trades · MLC-T-IND-001245
A type of hand-operated printing press, invented by George Clymer in the early 19th century, known for its distinctive eagle counterweight. This press uses a toggle action to apply pressure, providing a powerful and even impression. It was widely adopted for fine printing and remains a collectible item in letterpress workshops.
| Identifier | MLC-T-IND-001245 |
|---|---|
| Field | Industrial and trades |
| Subject | Industrial printing |
| Synonyms | two-line brevier |
| See also | Two-line brevier |
| Translations | German: Columbian; Spanish: Columbian; French: Colombienne |
Record as JSON
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"definition": "A type of hand-operated printing press, invented by George Clymer in the early 19th century, known for its distinctive eagle counterweight. This press uses a toggle action to apply pressure, providing a powerful and even impression. It was widely adopted for fine printing and remains a collectible item in letterpress workshops.",
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],
"translations": {
"de": "Columbian",
"es": "Columbian",
"fr": "Colombienne"
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"url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/columbian/"
}
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