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c. 1925 -
This model is known as the
Automatic Electric #1 Monophone identified by its bakelite
base, long cradle neck and surface-mounted dial. (Compare to
the Western Electric AA1). This phone and subscriber set
are displayed in the same condition as when removed from
service. The telephone/subset were manufactured by
Automatic Electric Co. who produced Keystone of Philadelphia
equipment subsequent to American Electric Tele. Co. until
Keystone was acquired by Bell in 1945-46.
On the cradle is a partially torn
gold sticker with "EXECUTIVE TELEPHONE PROPERTY OF KEYSTONE
TELEPHONE CO. OF PHILADELPHIA".
Has rare original Keystone card dial
center with integrated number card under celluloid.
The Subscriber Set has the
Keystone logo on front. |