Lot # 95 - Marconi Vibroplex Telegraph Key – Morse Code Railroad Instrument

Opening Bid : $ 5.00
Start Date/Time: 24-Feb-2026 7:00:00 AM
End Date/Time: 03-Mar-2026 8:40:00 PM
Current bid:

$76.00

Highest bidder:

Mkpow1988

Auction has ended

Description :

A classic piece of early communications history, this Marconi‑style Vibroplex telegraph key showcases the engineering that powered railroad and wireless messaging in the early 20th century. Set on a solid base and built with precision metal components, it delivers the unmistakable craftsmanship associated with Vibroplex semi‑automatic “bug” keys.

Measuring 6.5 inches long, 3.5 inches high, and 3.75 inches wide, this compact instrument offers both display presence and authentic operational appeal. Collectors value these keys for their mechanical elegance, historical significance, and connection to the evolution of Morse code transmission.


Auction History

Highest bidder is Mkpow1988

Date Bid User
03-Mar-2026 8:34:30 PM $76.00 Mkpow1988
03-Mar-2026 8:34:30 PM $75.00 Asha
03-Mar-2026 8:31:02 PM $66.00 Mkpow1988
03-Mar-2026 8:31:02 PM $65.00 Asha
03-Mar-2026 8:30:33 PM $56.00 Mkpow1988
03-Mar-2026 8:30:33 PM $55.00 Asha
03-Mar-2026 6:46:24 PM $48.00 Mkpow1988
03-Mar-2026 5:49:09 PM $43.00 Asha
03-Mar-2026 5:49:01 PM $38.00 Shearstar
03-Mar-2026 5:49:01 PM $37.00 Asha
03-Mar-2026 12:19:13 PM $26.00 Shearstar
02-Mar-2026 4:24:03 PM $22.00 GrinningGolden
02-Mar-2026 4:23:58 PM $21.00 Dakiam
02-Mar-2026 4:23:58 PM $21.00 GrinningGolden
24-Feb-2026 11:16:18 PM $17.00 Dakiam
24-Feb-2026 10:27:45 AM $16.00 GrinningGolden
24-Feb-2026 10:27:39 AM $13.00 Coop71
24-Feb-2026 10:27:39 AM $12.00 GrinningGolden
24-Feb-2026 10:00:08 AM $6.00 Coop71
24-Feb-2026 8:02:09 AM $5.00 Smitty

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