Columbia - No 109A Gramophone

Antique Portable Gramophone Columbia Graphophone Company – Viva-Tonal Grafonola Model

Presented for auction is an authentic and highly collectible item: an elegant portable gramophone from the iconic Columbia brand, recognized for its significance in the history of sound reproduction.

Model: Viva-Tonal Grafonola (serial number visible on the lid)
Era: 1920s–1930s
Origin: Original Columbia production
Condition: In working order.
Carrying handle damaged by time (see last photograph)
Sold with several spare needles.

Highlights:
• Functional mechanical system with original crank
• Reading arm and head with well-preserved chrome finish
• Platter with original velvet covering, showing wear consistent with age
• Rugged portable case with integrated latches and handle
• Original Columbia logo on the interior lid, well preserved

Operation:
The equipment is operational, allowing playback of period records with the characteristic sound of mechanical gramophones.

Conservation:
Displays natural signs of use and wear over time, without compromising its structural or functional integrity.

Collectible value:
An increasingly rare specimen on the market, especially in working condition. Suitable for collectors, vintage audio enthusiasts, or as a standout decorative piece.

A historic piece with presence and authenticity, ideal for adding to a collection or enriching a space with character.

The photographs are part of the description.

This item weighs 7 kg; shipping costs reflect weight and dimensions.
Shipping to destinations outside the EU has an additional charge.