Sold at Austin Auction Gallery

Antique Western Electric Co. American Oak-Cased Telephone

Price realized
$523
Pre-sale estimate
$80 – $150
Hammer price
$425
Category
Other Collectibles
Sold
October 31, 2026
Sale
SPECIAL 9AM START-DAY 2- OCTOBER 2026 | EUROPEAN INTERIORS & ESTATE COLLECTIONS

Lot description

Antique American wall-mounted telephone, Western Electric Company, early 20th c., housed in an oak case with hinged door, push to talk button below bells, retaining embossed maker's plaque inscribed 343W, Pat. in USA Jan. 14, 1913, unknown if interior components are complete, approx 19"h, 12"w, 9.75"d, 18.5lbs Provenance: From the personal collection of retired Austin antiques dealers

This lot sold at a past Austin Auction Gallery sale. Prices realized include the buyer's premium and are provided for research only — they are not an appraisal or a guarantee of future value.