- Antiques
- Art
- Books
- Botany & Plants
- Cards/Comics/Games
- China/Crystal/Silver
- Clothing/Accessories
- Coins/Currency
- Collectibles/Artifacts
- Decor
- Electronics
- Furniture
- General/Appliances
- Holiday Decor
- Jewelry
- Kitchen Items
- Musical Instruments
- Outdoor Items
- Rocks & Crystals
- Sewing/ Crafts
- Sporting Goods
- Tools/Industrial
- Toys-Games-Novelties
- Vehicles/Boats/Utility
- Vintage Items
- Vinyl Records
Lot # 27 - Antique Western Electric Hand Crank Wall Telephone
| Opening Bid : | $ 5.00 |
| Pickup Instructions: | Redmond Pickup: Saturday, 1/10/26 between 10AM-2PM Buyers Sale at Pickup |
| Start Date/Time: | 30-Dec-2025 7:00:00 AM |
| End Date/Time: | 06-Jan-2026 7:26:00 PM |
| Current bid: |
0 |
| Highest bidder: | -- |
| Bidding starts in: |
Description :
Solid oak dovetail case with magneto generator, carbon transmitter, and side-mounted receiver. Originally designed for party line use, this model reflects the ingenuity of Western Electric, the Bell System’s manufacturing arm in the 1900s. A rare collectible that embodies the dawn of American telecommunications, offering both historical significance and decorative appeal. Construction: Solid oak dovetail case, showcasing fine woodworking typical of the period. Components: Magneto hand crank generator to produce ringing current. Carbon transmitter mounted on the front (“picture frame front” design in some models). Pony receiver hung on the side. Nostalgia: The crank and operator-based calling system evoke the earliest days of personal communication. Rarity: Surviving examples are prized by collectors of antique telephony and Americana. Display Value: The oak case and brass fittings make it a striking decorative piece, blending utility with craftsmanship.
Dimensions : 8 in W x 20.5 in H x 6 in D
menu