The Rarest Of The Curtas Curta Type II Calculator, All Black, Matching 502790
Item History & Price
| Reference Number: Avaluer:4266369 | Featured Refinements: Curta Calculator |
Ashantee Music & More We are pleased to offer for auction this rarest of all the vintage Curta mechanical calculators. This is a Type II, all black, all metal, with an extremely low serial number 502790, which puts it in either 1953 or 1954, the first or second year of production. Matching internal and external serial numbers. From the estate sale of an older European couple. Only 5, 120 of these were produced in those years, and few have survived, espe...cially in this condition. This one has normal light wear, but everything appears to functioning correctly, though it may need servicing, lubricating, or adjusting. Obviously, I haven't checked every possible combination, but I just multiplied 77, 777, 777, 777 x 101, and it gave me the correct answer. Very tiny ding on the bottom edge as seen in the photos. A genius bit of engineering, but I've already dazzled every little kid and old lady I can find, so it's time to let it go. What do you get the math or science geek in your life when their birthday rolls around? Here you go!Find us online! We've been specializing in intermediate and professional horns for almost 20 years. Please see our generous return policy below, and our excellent feedback from the hundreds of musicians who have purchased instruments over the years.We are always happy to consider reasonable offers on our auctions. 10% of our profits support Focus On the Family, a ministry which provides help and resources for couples to build healthy marriages that reflect God's design, and for parents to raise their children according to morals and values grounded in biblical principals. Purchases: We strive to be accurate and detailed in our descriptions. If you have any questions or concerns about a listing, please ask questions prior to bidding. Photographs are considered a binding part of an item description.Shipping: Items are shipped after receipt and clearance of your payment. We try to ship far ahead of the handling time listed in the auction.Non-paying Bidders: We reserve the right to relist or otherwise dispose of any item if payment is not received with three days of the auction close.Returns: We have zero unhappy customers. If you are not satisfied with your purchase, please contact us PRIOR to initiating a return via eBay and allow us to address your concerns. Items may be returned for any reason at your expense within fourteen days of receipt for a full refund of the purchase price. If we determine the item to be significantly different than described, we will refund the entire purchase price and your return shipping (max $20.00.) Returns are NOT accepted on items shipped internationally. PLEASE NOTE: Initiating a return via eBay will delay your refund significantly.
