Analogue telephone - Copper, Bakelite - Vintage copper telephone

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Vintage copper-colour telephone from the 1950s with a metal copper body and glossy black Bakelite handset, in good condition with minor wear and patina, in working order but not electrically tested, dimensions about 25 × 15 × 15 cm, origin Europe.

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Magnificent rotary-dial telephone from the 1950s-1960s.
Coppery metal body / reddish bronze finish with original finish, handset in glossy black Bakelite, original black spiral cord and European two-pin plug.
The rotary dial, in chrome/copper metal, is complete with white numerals on a black background (0 to 9). The phone rests on a slightly domed base with a brass carrying handle.
Approximate dimensions:
25 × 15 × 15 cm (length × width × height)
Condition:
Very good original condition. A few light signs of use and patina on the coppery metal (normal for age), Bakelite in excellent condition, no visible cracks on the handset. Original cord and plug present. Not electrically tested (sold as a collectible/decorative item).
After professional inspection the item could be put back into use.
Highlights for collectors:
Very distinctive mid-century design
Rare combination of coppery metal body + black Bakelite
Ideal for vintage decoration, loft, or collection of antique phones
Authentic piece, not restored

Magnificent rotary-dial telephone from the 1950s-1960s.
Coppery metal body / reddish bronze finish with original finish, handset in glossy black Bakelite, original black spiral cord and European two-pin plug.
The rotary dial, in chrome/copper metal, is complete with white numerals on a black background (0 to 9). The phone rests on a slightly domed base with a brass carrying handle.
Approximate dimensions:
25 × 15 × 15 cm (length × width × height)
Condition:
Very good original condition. A few light signs of use and patina on the coppery metal (normal for age), Bakelite in excellent condition, no visible cracks on the handset. Original cord and plug present. Not electrically tested (sold as a collectible/decorative item).
After professional inspection the item could be put back into use.
Highlights for collectors:
Very distinctive mid-century design
Rare combination of coppery metal body + black Bakelite
Ideal for vintage decoration, loft, or collection of antique phones
Authentic piece, not restored

Details

Era
1900-2000
Title additional information
Vintage copper telephone
Country of origin
Europe
Material
Bakelite, Copper
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
15 cm
Width
25 cm
Depth
15 cm
In working order
Yes
Estimated period
1950-1960
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Objects sold
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