Brunsviga Nova 13 - Brunsviga-Maschinenwerke Grimme

Beautiful Antique Brunsviga Nova 13 Mechanical Calculator Mechanical Calculator (Arithmometer) Lot DetailsObject: Mechanical Calculator (Arithmometer) Brand / Model: Brunsviga Nova 13 Manufacturer: Brunsviga-Maschinenwerke Grimme, Natalis & Co. A.G., Braunschweig, Germany Estimated Period: 1927 - 1943 Materials: Cast iron, steel, brass, bakelite Country of Origin: Germany The serial number 190057 provides precise historical context for your calculator. According to official factory records from Grimme, Natalis & Co., this machine was manufactured in 1937 Beautiful Antique Brunsviga Nova 13 Mechanical Calculator – c. 1930 Up for auction is an iconic piece of early computing and office technology: an original Brunsviga Nova 13 arithmometer, manufactured by the renowned German firm Grimme, Natalis & Co. A.G. in Braunschweig. This specific model belongs to the legendary "13-series", highly regarded by collectors for its exceptional engineering, reliability, and compact design. The calculator operates using the famous Odhner pinwheel system. By sliding the selector pins and turning the hand cranks, complex arithmetic operations—including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division—could be performed completely mechanically. It features a classic glossy black enamel finish with contrasting white and gold numbering, along with the distinct Brunsviga 'brain' logo emblem. The lower frame proudly displays the manufacturer's gold inscription: "Brunsviga-Maschinenwerke Grimme, Natalis & Co. A.G."Condition: Visual: The machine is in a beautiful, authentic vintage condition. It shows normal signs of age and paint wear that enhance its historical appeal and rich industrial patina (please refer to the high-resolution photos). Mechanical: The cranks, clearing levers, and selector sliders move smoothly. A fantastic display item for collectors of antique computing history, scientific instruments, or as a striking industrial design piece for a modern home or office.

Estimate:$168.19

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