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Lot # 118 - Lot of 6 Vintage Telegraph Contact Keys
| 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 8:57:00 PM |
| Current bid: |
$10.00 |
| Highest bidder: | mischo |
Auction has ended |
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Description :
A grouped lot of six vintage telegraph contact keys, each showing distinct construction styles and period manufacturing differences. The set includes plate‑mounted and base‑mounted examples with paired metal contact arms, various hardware configurations, and visible age from long-term storage and prior use. One key is maker‑marked Leeds & Northrup Co., adding noted interest for collectors of early electrical and communication instruments. Surfaces show oxidation, wear, and dust consistent with age. This is a practical assortment for restoration, parts sourcing, or study of early telegraph and electrical contact mechanisms. A useful lot for hobbyists, educators, and collectors of historical communication equipment.
Dimensions : 5 in L x 3 in W x 2 in H
Auction History
Highest bidder is mischo
| Date | Bid | User |
|---|---|---|
| 12-May-2026 3:22:57 PM | $10.00 | mischo |
| 11-May-2026 1:43:40 PM | $7.00 | Nightcountry |
| 08-May-2026 6:47:38 PM | $5.00 | Dem0s |
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