Description: Vtg Letterpress Lead Handset Type - Lot of Numbers 1-10 -- Type Size 1 3/8" COMPLETE This is from a local newspaper changing processes, many decades ago. I have organized them into different lots based on "type size" in inches via a tape measure. This isn't technically the way to refer to the size, however I hope it gives you some information. These are lead and heavy. The Type Size is 1 3/8" This is for numbers 1 through 10 plus $ , . USPS, Priority, shipping to the Continental U.S. will be a flat fee of $9. Reference In letterpress printing, each letter is moulded to the top of a metal block, called the body, which holds the letter at the correct height to be printed. It is the top surface of the body that is measured in points to give the type size. So, for 72pt type the body measures 72pt (or one inch). Type size is measured in a unit called ‘points’. There are 72pt to an inch. But typefaces that are set at the same typesize, can appear to be markedly different sizes. Not only that, but a 72pt letter will never actually be one inch tall!
Price: 41.25 USD
Location: High Point, North Carolina
End Time: 2024-12-28T17:50:34.000Z
Shipping Cost: 9 USD
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Brand: Unbranded
Type: Letterpress Type
Material: Lead
