GEM (Edison Trade) - Model C Phonograph
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GEM (Edison Trade) Model C phonograph from 1903, in good physical condition and tested functioning, serial G195223, weight 4.2 kg, includes box; one unit with horn and three Pathé wax cylinders plus an extra horn.
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Magnificent Edison cylinder phonograph, original and manufactured by Thomas Alva Edison in the United States in 1903, Gem C model, serial number G195223. The case is made of black-and-gold painted metal bolted onto a wooden base, metal mechanism, the manufacturer's name and model on the front of the case, tin plate with the serial number and the various manufacturing markings riveted to the back.
The 'Gem' model designed by Edison is a small phonograph with an external horn and a spring motor, and was marketed by the Edison company as early as 1899 to counter the cheap productions of its rivals; its distribution was worldwide.
It is in very good working condition and allows reading of the 2-minute wax cylinders.
It includes 1 horn and 3 Pathé wax cylinders included with the phonograph + 1 horn included.
The unit is in very good working condition.
Weight: 4.2 kg
Height: 18.5 cm
Width: 19.5 cm
Length: 25 cm
Pavilion: 43×25 cm
In 1877, American inventor Thomas Edison filed the patent for the first phonograph, a device that could record and reproduce sounds.
According to the vibrations received, a needle records the sounds on a tin cylinder (then on wax).
« decorative object, luxury object, Art Deco, tableware, interior decoration, music, no gramophone, noColumbia, no pathe »
The photos are part of the description.
This beautiful object will add a touch of elegance to your interior.
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Magnificent Edison cylinder phonograph, original and manufactured by Thomas Alva Edison in the United States in 1903, Gem C model, serial number G195223. The case is made of black-and-gold painted metal bolted onto a wooden base, metal mechanism, the manufacturer's name and model on the front of the case, tin plate with the serial number and the various manufacturing markings riveted to the back.
The 'Gem' model designed by Edison is a small phonograph with an external horn and a spring motor, and was marketed by the Edison company as early as 1899 to counter the cheap productions of its rivals; its distribution was worldwide.
It is in very good working condition and allows reading of the 2-minute wax cylinders.
It includes 1 horn and 3 Pathé wax cylinders included with the phonograph + 1 horn included.
The unit is in very good working condition.
Weight: 4.2 kg
Height: 18.5 cm
Width: 19.5 cm
Length: 25 cm
Pavilion: 43×25 cm
In 1877, American inventor Thomas Edison filed the patent for the first phonograph, a device that could record and reproduce sounds.
According to the vibrations received, a needle records the sounds on a tin cylinder (then on wax).
« decorative object, luxury object, Art Deco, tableware, interior decoration, music, no gramophone, noColumbia, no pathe »
The photos are part of the description.
This beautiful object will add a touch of elegance to your interior.
Fast and careful shipping
Details
Era
1900-2000
Brand
GEM (Edison Trade)
Model
Model C
Multiple Models
No
Physical condition
Good
Nr of items
1
Includes
Case
Designer/Artist/Maker
Edison
Serial Number
G195223
Year of Manufacturing
1903
Weight
4.2 kg
Functional condition
Tested and working/playable
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