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MAGNIFICENT CANDLESTICK PHONE Circa 1920s Fully restored and Working
$550
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This 1920’s candlestick telephone has been restored and is in fully working condition, yet it still retains the attractive patina of an exceptionally well kept instrument that is around 100 years old. Candlestick phones, such as this example, would probably have been installed in a large business as part of their internal phone system. A connection to another extension in a different department or a line to an outside number would have been made through the operator’s switchboard.
The phone has been fitted with upgraded internal electronics to give it clearer reception and transmission than would have possible with the original components. It is fitted with a modern RJ11 plug enabling it to be used as an extension phone on either a wire phone connection or through an NBN modem. Being an extension phone without a dial, it cannot be used to dial out however it can receive incoming calls (announced by the delightful sound of ‘old fashioned’ ringing telephone bells) and allow conversation when answered. The distinctive sound of ringing bells cannot be matched by modern phones. If used with a double line adapter you can enjoy both the convenience of calling out with modern touch dialling and the old world charm of ringing bells for incoming calls.
This ‘Elliot Ness’ style phone would be a great period addition to any home, office, man/women cave to help create an atmosphere of a bygone era with the added advantage that it can still be used to announce and receive calls.
The phone has been fitted with upgraded internal electronics to give it clearer reception and transmission than would have possible with the original components. It is fitted with a modern RJ11 plug enabling it to be used as an extension phone on either a wire phone connection or through an NBN modem. Being an extension phone without a dial, it cannot be used to dial out however it can receive incoming calls (announced by the delightful sound of ‘old fashioned’ ringing telephone bells) and allow conversation when answered. The distinctive sound of ringing bells cannot be matched by modern phones. If used with a double line adapter you can enjoy both the convenience of calling out with modern touch dialling and the old world charm of ringing bells for incoming calls.
This ‘Elliot Ness’ style phone would be a great period addition to any home, office, man/women cave to help create an atmosphere of a bygone era with the added advantage that it can still be used to announce and receive calls.
- Date Listed:03/11/2023
- Last Edited:03/11/2023
- Condition:Used
- Shipping:Shipping & Pickup
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