Art + Antiques
Sat, Oct 16, 2021 01:00PM EDT
Lot 1
Royal "Quiet De Luxe" Gold-Plated Typewriter
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $25 |
| $500 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $5,000 | $250 |
| $10,000 | $500 |
| $20,000 | $1,000 |
| $50,000 | $2,500 |
| $75,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
A special edition Royal Quiet De Luxe portable typewriter in its signature gold-plated finish, with an attractive reptile-embossed leather carrying case. The case bears a David Typewriter Company (Sacramento) retailer tag. Measures 7" x 13" x 13" in the carrying case.
The limited gold-plated edition began production in 1947, and all production of the flagship Quiet De Luxe was ceased in 1959. Ian Fleming commissioned one of these special edition models in 1952 to use to write Casino Royale, the first James Bond novel; his gold-plated Quiet De Luxe typewriter would go on to set the auction record for a typewriter when Christie's sold it for nearly $90,000 in 1995.
Apparent fully functioning condition. Ribbon will need to be replaced. There is pitting and wear to the gold plating. The carrying case is in good condition, with some scuffing at the edges.
The limited gold-plated edition began production in 1947, and all production of the flagship Quiet De Luxe was ceased in 1959. Ian Fleming commissioned one of these special edition models in 1952 to use to write Casino Royale, the first James Bond novel; his gold-plated Quiet De Luxe typewriter would go on to set the auction record for a typewriter when Christie's sold it for nearly $90,000 in 1995.