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Authentic Western Electric Bell System rotary desk telephone from the prewar telephone era, circa 1930sโearly 1940s.
Features the iconic low-profile oval metal desk stand associated with the Western Electric 202/D1 family, black rotary dial, Bell System/AT&T dial center and Western Electric-marked handset.
Handset is embossed Western Electric, with patent information and Made in U.S.A. markings.
Heavy metal base retains its aged black finish with authentic wear, oxidation and patina. Original-age cord shows substantial cracking and deterioration.
A highly decorative early American telephone with strong appeal for Bell System, Western Electric and telecommunications collectors as well as Art Deco, industrial and vintage office interiors.
Maker: Western Electric
System: Bell System / AT&T
Type: 202-family desk telephone / D1-type desk stand
Estimated era: 1930sโearly 1940s
Country: USA
Color: Black
Construction: Heavy metal desk stand with molded handset
Dial: Rotary, Bell System/AT&T center
