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Patent Model of a Book Trimmer
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Patent Model of a Book Trimmer

Markham, Larnard F. · ca 1848 · metal (overall material)

From the collection of National Museum of American History. Free to download, adapt and use — no permission needed.

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This patent model demonstrates an invention for a book trimmer which was granted patent number 5523. The machine is for cutting the edges of books, and combines a sliding cutter with a turning and adjustable book holder and an adjustable table.

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Credit linePatent Model of a Book Trimmer. ca 1848. Markham, Larnard F.. National Museum of American History. CC0.

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