Lot #184 - Vintage Western Electric Rotary Desk Telephone (main image)
Lot #184 - Vintage Western Electric Rotary Desk Telephone
Lot Number: 184
Item Location: Enumclaw, WA
Preview Date/Time: Wednesday, May 27th - (By Appointment - Appointments must be made no later than 2:00 PM Tuesday, May 26th)
Pickup Date/Time: Sunday, May 31st (9:00 AM - 2:00 PM - By Appointment)
Start Date/Time: 05/23/26, 7:00 AM
End Date/Time: 05/29/26, 7:04:00 PM
Opening Bid: $5.00
Bid History: 5
Current Bid: $14.00
Minimum Bid:
Highbidder: DeSaad2020
Auction has ended.
Buyer's Premium: 15% will be added to the final price.
Description:

Classic vintage Western Electric rotary dial desk telephone in beige/tan colorway. Features the iconic rotary dial with alphabet-number layout, original coiled handset cord, and Western Electric branding visible on base and handset. Great mid-century telecom collectible, display piece, prop item, or restoration project. ☎️✨

📞 Includes:

  • Western Electric rotary desk telephone
  • Original handset
  • Attached coiled cord

🔍 Details:

  • Model marking visible: R84-10 / 500DM
  • Adjustable loudness control on underside
  • Beige/tan plastic housing
  • Rotary dial mechanism present
  • Bell System Property / Western Electric markings

⚠️ Condition:
Untested. Shows age-related wear, discoloration, dust, scuffs, and oxidation/rust on underside feet/hardware. Coiled cord has noticeable grime/discoloration from age. Sold as a vintage collectible/display item.

📌 Condition & Notes:
Items are sold as-is, where-is. Please review all photos carefully, as they are considered part of the description.

 
 
 

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