Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
Description:
Thomas Edison Amberola 50 Phonograph, c. 1920, Sm- 41650, mahogany case with fabric-backed front grill, hinged dome-top lid, model "C" reproducer, helical gear drive, brass plaque inside lid, together with a copy of the complete index of blue amberols compiled by Tim Gracyk, and fourteen cylinders, ht. 16, wd 14 1/2, dp. 19 3/4 in.
Estimate $200-400
case with some veneer loss, movement running, re-painted movement casting.
The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Keywords
Thomas Edison Amberola, Tim GracykJonathan Dowling
Director, Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
508-970-3131
Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments
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