Morse telegraph receiver - Metal, Wood - 1910-1920 - Morse key telegraph
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Morse key with a long brass-coloured metal lever and a warm wooden operating knob, mounted on a black rectangular base, estimated to be from 1910–1920 and in used condition with signs of age.
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Description from the seller
Characterful Morse key – brass-colored mechanism with a wooden control knob
When messages still traveled around the world in dots and dashes, the Morse key was the tool beneath the telegraphist’s fingers. This specimen makes that technique visible: a long brass-colored lever, a warmly colored wooden control knob, and an open mechanism on a black rectangular base.
A Morse key works as an electrical switch. By briefly or more slowly closing the contact, signals are created that transmit Morse code. The Smithsonian describes such keys as on/off switches with which telegraphists passed along their messages.
With this specimen, the geometric supports, the visible spring, and the ribbed adjustment screws draw particular attention. The gold-colored metal contrasts beautifully with the black base and the rounded wooden knob. An attractive collectible for enthusiasts of telegraphy, communication history, and mechanical instruments.
Features
* Hand-operated Morse key with a long metal lever.
* Brass-colored metal parts.
* Rounded wooden control knob.
* Visible spring, contact points, and adjustment screws.
* Mounted on a black rectangular base.
* Maker, origin, and exact dating not established.
Condition
Used condition with clear signs of use and age; see photos. The metal parts show scratches, discolorations, and localized oxidation marks. The wooden knob shows superficial wear and small spots.
The black base has scratches and edge wear, with local loss of finish. The technical and electrical function has not been established.
View all photos for an accurate impression of the execution and condition; these form an integral part of the description.
A tangible reminder of the era when a practiced hand could convey long stories with a simple rhythm.
Dimensions
Length 16.5 cm
Width 8.5 cm
Height 7 cm
Photos provide a clear view of the quality and are part of the description. The interior photos were generated with AI and are intended solely to illustrate the object in a living environment.
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The object is carefully and securely packed and shipped with tracking. The shipping costs also include packaging, packing materials, and handling of the shipment.
Pickup is possible only when the auctioned lot exceeds €50, by appointment and during business hours.
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Characterful Morse key – brass-colored mechanism with a wooden control knob
When messages still traveled around the world in dots and dashes, the Morse key was the tool beneath the telegraphist’s fingers. This specimen makes that technique visible: a long brass-colored lever, a warmly colored wooden control knob, and an open mechanism on a black rectangular base.
A Morse key works as an electrical switch. By briefly or more slowly closing the contact, signals are created that transmit Morse code. The Smithsonian describes such keys as on/off switches with which telegraphists passed along their messages.
With this specimen, the geometric supports, the visible spring, and the ribbed adjustment screws draw particular attention. The gold-colored metal contrasts beautifully with the black base and the rounded wooden knob. An attractive collectible for enthusiasts of telegraphy, communication history, and mechanical instruments.
Features
* Hand-operated Morse key with a long metal lever.
* Brass-colored metal parts.
* Rounded wooden control knob.
* Visible spring, contact points, and adjustment screws.
* Mounted on a black rectangular base.
* Maker, origin, and exact dating not established.
Condition
Used condition with clear signs of use and age; see photos. The metal parts show scratches, discolorations, and localized oxidation marks. The wooden knob shows superficial wear and small spots.
The black base has scratches and edge wear, with local loss of finish. The technical and electrical function has not been established.
View all photos for an accurate impression of the execution and condition; these form an integral part of the description.
A tangible reminder of the era when a practiced hand could convey long stories with a simple rhythm.
Dimensions
Length 16.5 cm
Width 8.5 cm
Height 7 cm
Photos provide a clear view of the quality and are part of the description. The interior photos were generated with AI and are intended solely to illustrate the object in a living environment.
Shipping
Shipping only to destinations within the European Union and only via Catawiki Smart Shipping.
No shipments to countries outside the European Union. Manual shipping outside the Smart Shipping procedure is not offered.
Shipping occurs only when Catawiki provides a regular Smart Shipping label for the buyer’s stated delivery address within the normal EU shipping procedure.
If an addtional customs procedure, an EORI registration, tax registration, or any other additional seller registration is required for a delivery address and prevents a regular EU Smart Shipping label from being created, the order cannot be processed outside Smart Shipping. In that case the order must be reviewed and handled by Catawiki.
The object is carefully and securely packed and shipped with tracking. The shipping costs also include packaging, packing materials, and handling of the shipment.
Pickup is possible only when the auctioned lot exceeds €50, by appointment and during business hours.
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Details
Era
1900-2000
Title additional information
Morse key telegraph
Material
Metal, Wood
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
7 cm
Width
16.5 cm
Depth
8.5 cm
Estimated period
1910-1920
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