1875 Partrick & Carter Telegraph Key & Sounder * Antique Bug * Original & Nice For Sale
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1875 Partrick & Carter Telegraph Key & Sounder * Antique Bug * Original & Nice:
$400.00
Make sure to check out all of my auctions after you look at this one. I\'m listing another eclectic selection of antiques and collectibles, and I suspect that there will be something to interest just about everyone.
Here\'s an ancient and quite beautiful Partrick & Carter telegraph key and sounder that dates to the 1870\'s. Completely original, its condition is excellent throughout, as you can see in the pictures. Original enamel finish, original gold decorations, original magnet coils, original wiring, original brass fittings and screws, original gutta percha knob on the key (with no cracks, chips or other damage), original hardware, original brass binding posts, original polished mahogany board with its original finish still intact. Overall a great piece of communication history in excellent original condition. Measures approximately 8\" x 6\" x 4\".That\'s about it. I\'ve been shipping fragile antiques around the globe for decades and can assure you that your purchase will arrive at your doorstep in the same excellent condition in which leaves it mine. Buyer prepays and includes shipping.