Automatic Electric Co. Wall Telephone

Updated August 7, 2026

An early 20th-century wall telephone manufactured by the Automatic Electric Company of Chicago, U.S.A. The piece features a black painted case, likely wood, with two external bells, a side-mounted ten-hole rotary dial, and a fixed 'sunflower' style mouthpiece. The separate receiver hangs from a side hook and has a cloth-covered cord. Both the mouthpiece surround and the rotary dial are marked with the manufacturer's name.<br><br>Automatic Electric Strowger Antique Telephone Wall Phone Rotary Dial Chicago Sunflower Mouthpiece Bakelite<br><br>Dust Factory Auctions offers antique and vintage items that proudly display the natural signs of their age and previous use. We strive to photograph all lots clearly to show the true nature of the items (as images are critical to the description), but please understand we may occasionally miss flaws. For this reason, all items are sold "as-is"; we provide no guarantee or warranties concerning their condition, authenticity, or age. We strongly encourage you to review all photos closely and do your own independent research, as your bid signifies acceptance of these terms.

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