Antique Wood Letterpress Type Set in Box – Mixed Fonts & Sizes, Early 1900s
Charming antique wood block letterpress type set featuring a mix of bold sans-serif and serif letters, numerals, and symbols. Each block is hand-cut and deeply carved, showing beautiful wear and ink staining from years of use. Includes a rich red-tone wood storage box with brass clasp.
Era: Early to mid 20th century (approx. 1900s–1940s)
Material: Hardwood (likely maple or cherry)
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Contents:
~30+ wood type blocks (letters, numbers, symbols – mixed fonts and sizes)
Beautiful red-toned hardwood box with brass clasp
Condition: Good vintage condition – some wear and ink residue as expected. No major damage; fully legible characters.
Use: Originally for letterpress printing – now ideal for decor, craft projects, or display.
Perfect for typographic art, steampunk design, retail signage, or simply as a nostalgic collectible from the era of traditional printing.