manual typewriter

Royal Typewriter Company manual typewriter

Royal Typewriter Companymetalmanual typewriterUnited States

Market guide for Royal Typewriter Company manual typewriter, built from 1 supporting screener session and 12 selected comparable market records.

Market range
$10 - $130

Most likely $50 · Based on 12 comparable records.

Confidence
Medium confidence

About this item

Maker
Royal Typewriter Company
Period
1940-1959
Category
vintage office equipment
Material
metal
Origin
United States
Evidence
Medium confidence

Sources & evidence

We analyze comparable sales from screener sessions and market records, then group them by shared object signals.

Verified comparable records only
Comparables
12
Auction sources
9
Records with images
12
Coverage
2015-2025

Market Examples

Comparable market evidence

Recent auction and sale records linked to this worth guide's object signals.

How we compare
Price range $10 - $130 9 sources
Median sold price $38 Midpoint of selected records
Evidence quality Strong 12 selected records
Primary attributes Wood: metalStyle: mid-century industrial designType: manual typewriter
All sources 2015-2025 12 with images 12 records analyzed
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The Benefit Shop Foundation Inc.

Jul 10, 2024

$30

Vintage Royal Manual Typewriter In Case, 1940s

Heavy die cast black metal ROYAL manual typewriter , series/ model number UB-97067 ( located on back on typewriter. Comes in the original carry case. Portable typewriter. c. 1930s- 1940s. Measures 13 in wide x 10.5 in. Long x 4 in. Ht. Typewriter patina in good condition. Buttons push down ( many keys do stick) . Latch on carry case does not close. Vintage Royal Manual typewriter model #UB-97067 , retro typewriter, Royal heavy metal diecast typewriter, Vintage portable typewriting, desktop decor and accessories, The Royal Typewriter Company, c. 1940s Royal Mechanical typewriting in original carry case, 3 cs The Royal Typewriter Company was founded in New York by financier Thomas Fortune Ryan in 1904. Despite the many typewriters, the Royal Quiet Deluxe was Ernest Hemmingways favorite to use.

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2

Nye & Company

Nov 24, 2025

$35

Vintage Royal Manual Typewriter Model FP

Vintage Royal Manual Typewriter Model FP Vintage Royal Manual Typewriter Model FP having New York Life Insurance Company Plaque. Used condition, 9" tall x 17 1/2" x 26 1/4"

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3

EJ'S Auction & Appraisal

May 4, 2024

$35

Vintage Royal Manual Typewriter, 31.5in Carriage

Carriage Is Hard To Move. In Used Untested Condition. Kt20249 Ci

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Royal Manual Vintage Typewriter.
4

Bargain Hunt Auctions

Jan 11, 2023

A$130

Royal Manual Vintage Typewriter.

Antique Royal Standard Model Number 10 Typewriter
5

Hill Auction Gallery

Aug 28, 2024

$100

Antique Royal Standard Model Number 10 Typewriter

An antique 1920s Royal Typewriter Co. model number 10. This iconic design features a black enameled finish with original keys and rectangular beveled glass crystal panes on the sides of the chassis. ROYAL TYPEWRITER CO. INC. NEW YORK label affixed to the chassis back. The shift key at the lower right and the chassis back both have manufacturer labels with "REGAL TYPEWRITER COMPANY INC. NEW YORK LIKE NU ("new") REBUILT." The serial number X-1092103 is impressed on a rectangular plate at the top of the machine in the back. Dimensions: 10 X 15 X 15 in. Condition: Good overall antique condition having average surface wear, and patina. Untested, and may require parts, service, and/or repair. Estate fresh to the market. Shipping: Hill Auction Gallery does not offer in-house shipping for this item. Gallery will refer third party shippers for all domestic and international buyers. Purchaser pick up available upon request. Local Delivery: Florida door-to-door hand delivery service available for this lot; contact Toti@Zemaqua.com for an estimate.

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VINTAGE ROYAL TYPEWRITER
6

Converse Auctions

Mar 20, 2021

$10

VINTAGE ROYAL TYPEWRITER

VINTAGE ROYAL TYPEWRITER: Beveled glass sides. 16" X 9 3/4" X 15" Shipping: We are able to pack and ship this item to an address in the United States for $55.00 via USPS Priority Mail or via FedEx Ground/Home Delivery. Tracking information will be sent to your email address. This price does not include insurance. If you require insurance you will need to ship through a third party. Please inquire about international shipping costs. Please email shipping@converseauctions.com if you have any questions. Auction Description: Timeless Treasures Sale Saturday, March 20, beginning noon EST. Rare & Vintage Books, Magazines, Tools, Toys, Clothing, Accessories & Jewelry & Decorative Items. • Rare Books incl Oz and Beatrix Potter, 1837 Law Books, Bibles, Smallest Lincoln book ever made! (Smaller than a Lincoln penny and in Mint condition!), Horology & Antiques Reference Books, Theater programs 1910-20s & Vintage Photo Books. • Vintage Magazines: Travel, Design, Cooking & Fashion incl. 25 yrs of September Issue Vogue • Vintage Postcards, Vintage Vinyl • Vintage and Modern Tools incl. Signed Lie-Nielson Plane & Antique Bottles • Vintage Toys, Dolls & Accessories incl. GI Joe & Barbie United Airlines Plane. • Vintage Clothes, Jewelry & Accessories incl. Mark Cross, Whiting & Davis

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Royal Art Deco Blue Typewriter
7

Everard Auctions and Appraisals

Jun 17, 2025

$100

Royal Art Deco Blue Typewriter

Description: Royal Art Deco Blue Typewriter, vintage Royal typewriter, circa late 1920's, blue portable typewriter in carry case, 'Royal' at center. Measurements: Height: 5 in. x Width: 12 1/2 in. x Depth: 11 in. Condition: Vintage condition, wear consistent with use, needs ribbon, case with more significant wear, particularly to corners and edges, lid separating from base. As is, working order unknown. Notice to bidders: The absence of a condition report does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections, or the conditions of aging. PHOTOS MAY ALSO ACT AS A CONDITION REPORT. Please review all photos closely prior to bidding. Complete condition reports are available by request, no later than 24 hours prior to the live auction. All lots are offered and sold 'AS IS’, and Everard Auctions will not provide refunds based on condition. Timepiece movements, lighting and electrics have not been tested, and art has not been examined out of the frame unless otherwise stated. We do not guarantee the condition of frames. By placing a bid, either in person, by phone, absentee or via the Internet, you signify that you agree to be bound by the conditions of sale. Everard Auctions does not provide any shipping or packing services. We recommend that all potential buyers obtain pack/ship estimates prior to bidding. Please contact us for a list of recommended shippers.

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EJ'S Auction & Appraisal

Sep 13, 2025

$30

Vintage Royal KMM Typewriter

In Used Condition With Scuffs And Scratches. Measuring Approximately 9in By 16in By 17in. 400 Ja

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Royal Standard New York Model 5 Vintage Typewriter
9

McGrath Auctions

Jul 7, 2015

$45

Royal Standard New York Model 5 Vintage Typewriter

Royal Standard New York Model 1 1900s Vintage Typewriter
10

McGrath Auctions

Jul 7, 2015

$40

Royal Standard New York Model 1 1900s Vintage Typewriter

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11

Apple Tree Auction Center

Nov 7, 2024

$60

Vintage Royal Typewriter

Vintage Royal Typewriter

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Apple Tree Auction Center

Dec 18, 2025

$11

Vintage Royal Typewriter**

Vintage Royal Typewriter** ** No in house shipping

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Identification

Key object facts

Item Type
manual typewriter
Category
vintage office equipment
Maker
Royal Typewriter Company
Style
mid-century industrial design
Material
metal
Technique
mechanical manufacture
Origin
United States
Era
1940-1959
Recognition Recognition signals
  • Key identification signals include maker Royal Typewriter Company, form manual typewriter, material metal.
  • A grey Royal manual typewriter with a full keyboard, wide carriage, and chrome-accented mechanical controls, shown from the front.
  • This guide is currently supported by 12 comparable-market records in the strongest linked screener session.
Drivers Value drivers
  • Condition and completeness are material for manual typewriter.
  • Maker attribution matters because authenticated Royal Typewriter Company examples usually trade differently from unmarked lookalikes.
  • Metal examples should be checked for wear, repairs, restoration, and replacement parts.
Market Market context
  • The median selected comparable price for this cluster is about $38.
  • Correct maker attribution is important because verified Royal Typewriter Company examples usually trade differently from unattributed manual typewriter listings.
  • mid-century industrial design style cues help separate this group from broader manual typewriter listings that often dilute market comps.
  • Metal condition, restoration, and finish quality can materially shift asking and sold prices.

Evidence

How this guide was assembled

  • This worth guide is based on 1 supporting screener session clustered into the same topic.
  • Observed value signals across supporting evidence span roughly $20 to $150.
  • Overall evidence quality for this cluster is currently medium confidence.
  • Comparable evidence is drawn from 9 auction sources in the selected evidence set.

Coverage

Source coverage and evidence quality

  • The current cluster is supported by 1 screener session that normalized into the same worth topic.
  • The strongest linked session for this cluster captured 12 comparable market records.
  • Selected comparables span 9 distinct auction sources.
  • Comparable dates on this page currently cover 2015-2025.

Questions

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What is a Royal Typewriter Company manual typewriter?

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What is the typical market range for Royal Typewriter Company manual typewriter?

Current supporting screener evidence suggests a broad market range around $20 to $150, depending on condition and attribution.

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Intent

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