1800’s Antique Velocipede Tricycle

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1890 -1905 era antique 3 wheel tricycle (Velocipede) appears to be very complete and is in nice, original condition, meaning the condition is excellent considering the age. Frame was painted blue a long time ago. It does not have a manufacturer's tag or any other identifying markings other than "Patent Pending" printed on frame. Has tiller (metal handle) for steering. Tiller can be positioned frontward for pulling or back to pedal on their own. The tricycle is approx. 52" long from front fork to rear axle at the center-line of the wheel and is approximately 28" wide across the rear wheels . It features three, (3) wooden-spoked wheels with iron bands. The front wheel (with original yellow paint) measures 25" in diameter while the two rear wheels (natural oak) measure 30" in diameter. The wooden parts are in very good condition: both rear wheels have been completely rebuilt to original specification by a fine woodworker and are not painted. The frame is iron, including the seat which is slightly flexible to provide the rider some (but very little) cushion. The foot pedals still retain the original wood pieces. We believe all metal parts to be original, with the possible exception of some bolts that may have been replaced in the past. The metal is perfectly aged but not rusted. The seat still has the original “carpetbag” layer of fabric read more

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