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Lot 160:
Description
This is a vintage British rotary dial desk telephone, attributed to the General Post Office (GPO) and characteristic of the 300-series, specifically Model 332. The unit is constructed with a black Bakelite housing and handset. It features a metal rotary dial with a silver-tone finish and a central instruction card. The card contains the text: DIAL 999 FIRE POLICE AMBULANCE, 100 OPERATOR, and Polegate 4406. The dial includes numerals 0-9 and letter groupings including ABC, DEF, GHI, JKL, MN, PRS, and TUV. At the base is a pull-out directory drawer featuring a black plastic handle and a translucent slide. The telephone is fitted with a black coiled handset cord and a straight line cord terminating in a modern modular UK telephone plug.
Handset length: approximately 23 cm
Base width: approximately 15 cm.
Condition report:
The Bakelite body and handset are in good overall condition, exhibiting a duller surface patina consistent with age and visible surface dust. No significant cracks or chips were observed from the provided images. The mechanical rotary dial appears to operate. The line cord has been updated with a modern modular plug. The working status of the internal electronics is untested.
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