10th Feb, 2021 10:30 GMT/BST

Scientific & Musical Instruments, Cameras & Tools

 
  Lot 3063
 

3063

Ericsson 'Eiffel Tower' Desk Telephone, circa 1900, with cast iron shaped base, nickel-plated...

Ericsson 'Eiffel Tower' Desk Telephone, circa 1900, with cast iron shaped base, nickel-plated magneto and fittings, ebonite stalk, handle and ear and mouth pieces, with the period braids and circular boss connector

Sold for £300
Estimated at £80 - £120


 

Appears original, significant dirt/surface tarmishing. Crank is stiff but turning

 


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Auction: Scientific & Musical Instruments, Cameras & Tools, 10th Feb, 2021

Scientific & Musical Instruments, Cameras & Tools

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