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Antique British Wooden Switchboard Telephone, Rare Collectible

This used antique British wooden switchboard telephone is offered as a collectible item. The listing indicates it is complete, but specific components, manufacturer details, and operating status are not provided—check the listing for details. Condition is used with expected age-related wear; review photos and notes for cosmetic or functional issues. Free shipping is included, which may help with total cost planning. Suitable for collectors, display, or restoration projects where period switchboard telephones are of interest.

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USD 169.00

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Location	Buenos Aires AR
Shipping	Free shipping (check listing for details)
Seller	liancollect 98.9% positive · 3214 feedback
Listing	FixedPrice · Active
Start time	2026-03-12T01:44:57.000Z

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Antique British Wooden Switchboard Telephone, Rare Collectible Specs

Time Period Manufactured	Pre-1940
Materials sourced from	United Kingdom
Country of Origin	United Kingdom

Listing details

NO CUSTOMS TAXES ARE PAID FOR THIS ITEM IN THE UNITED STATES BECAUSE IT IS OVER 100 YEARS OLDSEE MORE EXCEPTIONAL ITEMS HERE: https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_dkr=1&iconV2Request=true&_blrs=recall_filtering&_ssn=liancollect&store_name=liancollect&_oac=1&_nkw=antique ITEM DESCRIPTION A remarkably well-preserved antique British telephone, likely dating from the early 20th century. This wall-mounted model features a dark, rich-toned polished wooden case, exuding the classic craftsmanship of its era. The main body of the telephone is a rectangular box with a hinged front door, revealing the internal wiring and components, including a large coil and various mechanical parts. The front door secures with a small brass latch. The aural receiver, a separate earpiece with a braided fabric cord, hangs on a hook on the left side of the unit, a standard feature for this type of phone. At the top of the wooden backboard, a circular metal dial is set into the wood, marked with a series of numbered indicators (1-9 and 0). A central, ornate metal pointer with a finial-like handle allows the user to select the desired number. This type of selector mechanism is characteristic of manual telephone exchanges where the user would dial a number to alert a central operator. Below the main box, a large, prominent brass bell is mounted, serving as the ringer. A small metal clapper can be seen positioned next to it. The entire piece is attached to a shaped wooden backplate, designed for wall mounting. This telephone is in very good condition for its age, showcasing slight signals of wear and tear. Bell has some movement. The brass components have developed a natural patina, adding to its authentic vintage appeal. This piece represents a significant and beautiful artifact of early telecommunications history, perfect for a collector of vintage electronics, historical items, or as a unique decorative object. ABOUT SHIPPING Shipping cost via FedEx certified with tracking code is $ 99. We ship worldwide, certified with tracking code (2 to 6 weeks to arrive). IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTION, PLEASE DO NOT HESITATE TO CONTACT US. THANKS FOR YOUR VISIT.