It's my impression that Honey Onyx as a type-set were produced in the late 1930s or more likely early 1940s... Rainbo-type, I'm not convinced they are even as old as the Acme Realers.
However, I am positive that this color combination was mfg'd as a preNLR/preRainbo (c.1927-29). I've/seen several variations on these from the earlier days but honestly can't remember if I've/seen any which I thought were "handgathered". I no longer have access to a certain some-one's examples, and I can't ask her. I would assume that there are some handgathered 'honey onyx' but doubt they were called that by the company.
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