Antique Corona Four Typewriter | Working Gloss Black Glass Keys (1920s)

Step back in time with this absolutely breathtaking, authentic 1920s/1930s Corona Four (Corona No. 4) gloss black antique manual typewriter. A true masterpiece of early 20th-century engineering, this stunning machine features iconic glass-topped keys with metal rims, a striking exposed mechanism, and beautiful original gold leaf decals.

The back of the frame boasts the rare original distributor stamp: "Smith & Corona Typewriters Ltd. London," giving it wonderful local British provenance. Whether you are an avid collector, a historical fiction author, or looking for a jaw-dropping dark academia centerpiece for your home, this Corona Four is the ultimate statement piece.

This machine has been tested and is in working mechanical order—a remarkable feat for a typewriter nearly a century old!

✨ KEY FEATURES:
• Brand: Corona (Smith-Corona)
• Model: Four (No. 4)
• Era: 1920s / Early 1930s
• Color: Classic Gloss Black with Gold Decals
• Keys: Authentic Antique Glass-Top Keys with Metal Rims
• Keyboard Layout: QWERTY (Standard UK layout)
• Mechanism: Manual / Mechanical

🛠️ CONDITION REPORT:
• Mechanical: Working vintage condition. For its age, the keys move well, the carriage advances, and the typing mechanism functions. (Please note: As an antique nearing 100 years old, it operates with the charming, deliberate pace of its era rather than a modern machine).
• Cosmetic: Stunning antique condition. The black gloss finish retains a beautiful shine, and the gold lettering remains clear and bright. There is light, honest age-related patina on the metalwork that only enhances its historic character (please review the high-resolution photos carefully).
• Ribbon: Includes an attached vintage black and red ribbon on its original metal spools.

📦 WHAT’S INCLUDED:
1 x Antique Corona Four Typewriter
1 x Original Carrying Case Base (The typewriter is securely mounted to its original protective wooden transit base).