When one thinks of an antique telephone, the image of an old crank wall phone generally comes to mind. Since its invention in 1876 the telephone evolved along with the technology of the time. Not only was there an evolution in the instruments but many different manufacturers produced various styles and a certain uniqueness to their wall and desk telephones. The uniqueness of the old telephones has become very attractive and many people have found these to be interesting collectable's. The pages on this site will provide links to the history of the telephone and the histories of a number of current telephone companies. In addition, information about antique telephones, wiring diagrams, where to obtain parts and the Antique Telephone Collectors Association is provided.. 

 

Like old phones? There might be a telephone show at a town near you.

Check out the Antique Telephone Collectors Association website for upcoming telephone shows on the events page.

PHONE OF THE MONTH

is the Western Electric Mickey Mouse "Design-Line" character phone.


The Bell System first introduced the "design-line' phones beginning in 1974 sold out of their "Phone Stores." The more common of the character phones were Mickey Mouse and Snoopy. Less often seen are Winnie the Poo and Kermit the Frog. All of these phones were offered with dial or touch-tone. Durng the Bell System era, a sticker found on most of these phones indicated that the phone company still owns the "guts" of the telelphone you bought. "The telephone housing is your property. To assure quality of service, all working parts, e.g., dial, cords, and electrical components remain the property and responsibility of the Bell Telephone Company."


Photo© by Chuck Eby

 



Looking for a reliable telephone answering service to manage your telephone calls? Looking for the best call center services available? Look no further than MPC Call Centers for your telephone answering and business call center solutions. 8/09

There are a lot of antiques for sale online including antique telephones. Great deals to be found plus shipping is no problem at all! 3/10 

 


 

counter   
eXTReMe Tracker
 

Antique Telephone Collecting Ring

Previous | Next Random Site | Ring Hub ]