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Function / Purpose:A paper matrix used to print the Taiwan News
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Characteristics:A paper matrix is part of the copying techniques of movable type printing. It was made of some special papers put on a movable type plate to be copied. By strong stamping force, the protruding part of the types can make an impression on the paper and consequently form a lightweight and bendable engraved paper matrix. Pour hot melt lead alloy into the matrix; a lead printing plate with relief then forms after it cools down. Put the lead plate on the press, and the printing process can begin.
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Dimensions:L:54.00 cm X W:44.00 cm X H:0.30 cm
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Classification:Movable type printing
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Date:1966
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