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We are a sensual species. The more of our five senses we use, the more memorable the experience. This certainly extends to print, yet nearly all digitally printed pages involve only our sense of sight ...

A iron hand-operated press for embossing letter seals. Two holes on base for mounting to a desk. Brass plate reads: "The Bankers and Merchants Telegraph Co. / Incorporated / [floral design] / 1881".