Type print telegraph, also known as a pointer telegraph or formerly a print telegraph, from the 19th century. The distinctive, vertical wheel in the center is marked with the alphabet and numbers at the edge. As a result of electrical impulses from the telegraph line, the wheel rotated synchronously with the transmitter. As soon as the wheel stopped in the right position, a mechanical stamp pressed the paper strip against the inked letter, illustration, reproduction from a 19th century template. Authentic, file restored for optimal use, exact date of submission unknown, historical
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Type print telegraph, also known as a pointer telegraph or formerly a print telegraph, from the 19th century. The distinctive, vertical wheel in the center is marked with the alphabet and numbers at the edge. As a result of electrical impulses from the telegraph line, the wheel rotated synchronously with the transmitter. As soon as the wheel stopped in the right position, a mechanical stamp pressed the paper strip against the inked letter, illustration, reproduction from a 19th century template. Authentic, file restored for optimal use, exact date of submission unknown, historical

Date

Jun 19, 2026

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BRK26I02_081

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