Vintage Italian Stove Top Nuova Mignon 2 Espresso Maker

The item in your photo is a vintage Italian stovetop espresso maker, specifically a Mignon 2 Tazze (“2 cups”) model made by OME (Officine Meccaniche Elettriche) in Italy. Details: • “Brevetto” means patented in Italian. • “Made in Italy” marks it as authentic Italian manufacture. • The “2 Tazze” indicates it brews 2 small espresso cups. • The Mignon models were produced mid-20th century (roughly the 1950s–1970s) and are collectible among coffee enthusiasts. Steps: 1. Fill bottom chamber with water just below the safety valve. 2. Insert the filter funnel and fill with finely ground espresso coffee (not packed too tight). 3. Screw top on snugly, place on low-medium heat. 4. When you hear bubbling and hissing, your espresso is ready. If you plan to use it regularly, check: • The rubber can be replaced easily online — “OME Mignon 2 Tazze gasket”).