#102 • Vintage Kelsey Excelsior Mercury Model 3x5

Part of Gray Gallery - Tools, Furniture, Pottery & More (timed auction by K and B Auction)

High bid $57.00

Status: Sold

This is a Kelsey Excelsior Mercury 3×5 tabletop letterpress printing machine, manufactured between the 1940s & 1960s. Designed for amateur & hobbyist printers, this solid cast iron press is mounted on a sturdy wooden base. Kelsey presses are renowned for their functionality and durability, offering a sense of nostalgia for the analog printing era. This machine represents a prime example of mid-century printing technology, ideal for collectors or enthusiasts interested in small-scale letterpress operations. Measures approximately - 17.5" x 9" x 14.25". Item shows appropriate wear due to age & use with some rust. AA.