EDISON AMBEROLA CYLINDER PHONOGRAPH - MODEL A TYPE SM - MAHOGANY CABINET

-
I have this Edison Amberola Model A - Type SM - Cylinder Phonograph in a Mahogany Cabinet with 4 drawers below that I wish to sell. Do you have an idea of pricing/value? Serial number is 1746.

You have what appears to be a beautiful Phonograph which was made by Edison from c1910-1914. Your fairly low serial number would put it earlier in that date range. Kovels lists this machine for $2,655 in their 2015 edition (condition unknown). Stanton's Auctions sold one (I did not see picture) for $4,950 at their 2014 Musical Machines Auction. Donley Auction Services also sold one in 2014 for $1,900 that needed extensive cabinet restoration. Oak cabinets carry more of a premium. 

I would say that value for a Mahogany 1A in the condition yours is in would have to start around the $5,000 range that was realized at the Stanton auction. There are many variables that can effect value and more sell prices would make me more comfortable in establishing a range. 

THE PERSON WHO CONTACTED ME IS LOCATED IN MICHIGAN AND IS INTERESTED IN SELLING. YOU CAN EMAIL ME AT CTSTREASUREHAVEN@AOL.COM FOR MORE INFORMATION. 

Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

Denkert Signature Model Baseball Gloves - Ultimate Resource

-
Image
Denkert Sporting Goods Company made signature model baseball gloves from the 1920's thru the 1960's out of Johnstown and Gloversville, NY. I have compiled a listing of over 546 player-endorsed glove models manufactured by Denkert. Their Pro Master, Pro Maker and Sure Trap models were also made for private brands  It would only make sense that being located in New York, Denkert would have a Mickey Mantle endorsement. In fact, 24 different Mantle models have been discovered, including exclusive store models. Denkert did not get a lot of endorsements from other major stars, but, seemed to sign contracts with minor stars such as Pee Wee Reese, Al Rosen, Phil Rizzuto, Bill Skowron (18 known models), Bobby Richardson and Red Schoendienst. Reese was a favorite, having no less than 25 different model numbers over the years. They also got endorsements from more common players than most other glove makers such as Vic Wertz, Danny O'Connell, Del Rice, Jim Landis, Chet La...
Read more

STARKIE'S JOLLY NIGGER BANK - ORIGINAL IDENTIFIED v. OLD REPRODUCTION

-
In the process of liquidating a living estate, we came upon a rare and original Starkie's Jolly Nigger (Moves Ears) Mechanical Bank. The bank was patented in 1920 by Robert Eastwood Starkie of Burnley, England (British Pat No 152,588). All known banks were made of Aluminum. In 1945, a patent was issued to Robert Patterson Starkie for a similar bank. This is the bank that is most often seen in Antique and Collectible circles and is often mistaken for the original from 1920, even by major auction houses. At first glance from the front, the banks look identical. However, there are at least 8 differences: 1) Original: Ears are located closer to the eyes. A "V" shaped section from the back half of the casting fits into a "V" groove in the front half. Later Version: Ears are located in the middle of the castings. 2) Original: Back has the inscription: "Starkie's Pat No 152,588" Later Version: Blank back. 3) Original: Base plate has circular holes and is ...
Read more