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Lot # 22 - 1800's Early Carbon Filament Light Bulb — Potentially a Thomas Edison
| Opening Bid : | $ 5.00 |
| Pickup Instructions: | Pickups Friday & Saturday, May 15th-16th 10 AM- 2 PM - Street Parking Available - Stairs To Access Home - Bring Packaging & Helpers For Large & Fragile Lots - Pickers Sale On Site (Vintage computing, tools, books, etc) |
| Start Date/Time: | 05-May-2026 7:00:00 AM |
| End Date/Time: | 12-May-2026 7:21:00 PM |
| Current bid: |
$75.00 |
| Highest bidder: | Seeyoujimmie |
| This sale will end in: | |
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Description :
An early carbon‑filament light bulb dating to the late 19th century, representative of the pioneering era of electric illumination. This example features a classic hand‑formed glass envelope and internal carbon filament consistent with early production methods used during the transitional period of commercial electric lighting. This bulb has the potential to be an early Edison‑made example; however, there is no authentication, documentation, or provenance to verify manufacturer or origin. It is offered strictly as an unverified early carbon‑filament bulb. The bulb shows age‑appropriate wear and patina expected of early electrical artifacts. No testing has been performed. Its construction style and materials align with bulbs produced during the era of Thomas Edison’s early lighting innovations, making it a compelling piece for collectors of scientific history, industrial design, or early electrical technology. A rare surviving example from the formative decades of electric light development, suitable for display in a historical, scientific, or decorative context.
Dimensions : 9 in L x 8 in W x 8 in H
Auction History
Highest bidder is Seeyoujimmie
| Date | Bid | User |
|---|---|---|
| 09-May-2026 5:58:01 PM | $75.00 | Seeyoujimmie |
| 09-May-2026 5:58:01 PM | $75.00 | gussdogg |
| 09-May-2026 5:57:56 PM | $66.00 | Seeyoujimmie |
| 09-May-2026 5:57:56 PM | $65.00 | gussdogg |
| 09-May-2026 5:57:04 PM | $55.00 | Seeyoujimmie |
| 09-May-2026 5:57:03 PM | $54.00 | gussdogg |
| 09-May-2026 5:56:59 PM | $51.00 | Seeyoujimmie |
| 09-May-2026 5:56:59 PM | $50.00 | gussdogg |
| 09-May-2026 5:56:52 PM | $42.00 | Seeyoujimmie |
| 09-May-2026 5:56:52 PM | $41.00 | gussdogg |
| 09-May-2026 5:56:48 PM | $32.00 | Seeyoujimmie |
| 09-May-2026 5:56:48 PM | $31.00 | gussdogg |
| 09-May-2026 5:56:44 PM | $26.00 | Seeyoujimmie |
| 09-May-2026 5:56:44 PM | $25.00 | gussdogg |
| 08-May-2026 6:10:17 PM | $21.00 | Seeyoujimmie |
| 08-May-2026 6:10:17 PM | $20.00 | Dem0s |
| 05-May-2026 8:48:25 PM | $16.00 | Seeyoujimmie |
| 05-May-2026 2:20:34 PM | $12.00 | jeffb913 |
| 05-May-2026 9:21:41 AM | $8.00 | Toady |
| 05-May-2026 9:21:41 AM | $7.00 | Fleabyte |
| 05-May-2026 9:18:29 AM | $5.00 | Toady |
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