Description
This is a 1872 Howe sewing machine I just purchased from an estate sale. It is in ok condition and has the brass seal. Cabinet is in good condition as well. I do not have the owner's manual, but found a downloadable version online. I know very little about these machines.
Category
General Antiques and Collectibles
Medium
cast iron/wood
Distinguishing marks
Elias Howe Jr. Brass seal
Condition
Good
Date Period
1872
eBay Auction Link
For Sale?
No
Re: 1872 Howe sewing machine with cabinet
Here's a great link for you regarding the Howe machines:
http://www.ismacs.net/howe/the_howe_sewing_machine.html
I've not seen very many come up for sale at auction to base a recent value for one.
Re: 1872 Howe sewing machine with cabinet
My great great great grandmother had a sewing machine just like this. I am looking to buy one like it for myself. (I played with it as a child). If you ever deside to sell it please keep me in mind. Thank you and happy sewing.