This is an authentic, original early 1900s Candlestick Desk Telephone manufactured by the renowned Stromberg-Carlson Telephone Manufacturing Company in Rochester, New York. This stunning piece of telecommunications history makes an incredible rustic display item or restoration project for antique collectors.
Features & Markings
- Manufacturer: Stromberg-Carlson Tel. Mfg. Co. (Stamped clearly on the nickel transmitter cup)
- Earpiece Markings: Molded text reading "Stromberg-Carlson Tel. Mfg. Co." on the hard rubber receiver cap.
- Era: Circa 1902–1920s
- Base Dimensions: Approximately 5.5 inches in diameter
Height: 10.5 inches
- Design: Classic manual/non-rotary upright pillar silhouette
## Condition Detail (Please Read & See Photos)
This item is being sold UNTESTED for parts, restoration, or decorative display.
- Cosmetics: The body shows an authentic, untouched aged patina. The nickel-plated components show some pitting and wear consistent with its 100+ year age.
- Cords: The original cloth-wrapped receiver cord is heavily frayed near the earpiece base, exposing the internal insulation thread.
- Base: The bottom felt/metal cover plate is missing. The original interior wiring and terminal hooks are completely exposed from underneath.
Please inspect all photos closely, as they serve as the ultimate description of the phone's aesthetic and structural state. Don't hesitate to message me if you have any questions or need specific close-up shots before purchasing!
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