Vintage 60s Dorco Ink Ribbon Red Metal Box Retro Antique

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Description

Vintage ink ribbon from the Dorco brand, presented in its original metal box. The square box with rounded corners features a bright red design enhanced by a wide diagonal yellow stripe. The inscription "Ruban Dorco Qualité Extra Supérieure" (Dorco Extra Superior Quality Ribbon) is printed in stylized letters on the front, accompanied by the address "CH. DOR, 46, Rue Grignan, 46, MARSEILLE, Tél. D53-80 & 56-89" at the bottom of the box.

The metal lid, placed in front of the box, reveals the ink ribbon wound around a black spool, typical of accessories for typewriters or mechanical calculators from the mid-20th century. The spool has visible cells and central openings, characteristic of ribbon drive systems of that era.

The box has a glossy finish, with some signs of wear and small marks, attesting to its age and past use. The printing remains clear and legible, enhancing the retro and authentic look of the item.

The ensemble is distinguished by its vintage graphics, vibrant colors, and iconic industrial design of the 1960s. This type of accessory was commonly used in offices and administrations, and is recognized by the quality of its presentation and the robustness of its metal box.

Condition

Used item sold as is. The box shows some visible signs of wear, with no major deformation or apparent chips on the front shown. The ribbon is in place on its spool, an aspect consistent with an untesed old product.

Did you know? Dorco metal ink ribbons were produced in Marseille and renowned for their longevity. They equipped many French typewriters in the 1950s-60s, at a time when professional correspondence and typing were booming.

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