PENNY FARTHING

This early bicycle design called the Penny-farthing was first produced about 1870. It used an enlarged front wheel instead of gears to create greater speed and a smoother ride. It was the first machine to be called a bicycle.

Item#:MMS087

Number Of Sheets2 Sheets
DifficultyModerate
Assembled Size3.43″L x 1.18″W x 2.87″H (8.7 x 3 x 7.3 cm)

Ages14+