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New Years Eve Auction

Sat, Dec 31, 2022 11:00AM EST
Lot 321

Edison Triumph Phonograph w/ Painted Horn

Estimate: $500 - $1,000

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$50 $25
$500 $50
$1,000 $100
$3,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$30,000 $2,500
$50,000 $5,000
$100,000 $10,000
$300,000 $25,000
$500,000 $50,000
$1,000,000 $100,000

Edison Triumph Phonograph, produced by Thomas A. Edison. Ca. 1903 (latest patent date). American, early 20th century. Plays wax cylinder records. This piece does crank and play, but the crane does not fit into its sockets. The needle does work, and will play a record. A new crane is needed to properly play the record. Includes a large painted horn / trumpet with painted floral motifs. Expected wear, aging from being over a century old. Includes a small oil can in the base. 16 1/2" tall by 17" wide by 11 1/4" deep. Horn is 33" tall by 23 1/4" wide. PLEASE NOTE: SPECIAL SHIPPING ITEM, OBTAIN QUOTE PRIOR TO BIDDING Keywords: retro, vintage, audio, classic, inventor, invention, record player, wax, Victorian
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