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A 19th Century Western Union Stock Ticker With Wood Base and Glass Dome....
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Description
A 19th Century Western Union Stock Ticker With Wood Base and Glass Dome. A pre-1900 stock ticker machine bearing hand-engraved serial #5019, with lacquered brass mechanism, circular stepped base, with original black paint and gilt WESTERN UNION TELEGRAPH CO. cartouche logo. Marked, D & H /Precision Tool CO./ Newark, NJ. Approx. 15" high x 11" wide at the wood base, weight is nearly 20 lbs. What appears to be the original glass dome and wood pedestal base are included. The ink roller(s) & bracket are intact, other miscellaneous parts and pieces also appear to be present. A fine example of an early stock ticker made from brass, bronze and steel with a cast iron base. Comes with most of its original blank paper tape reel.Condition: Wear and rubbing to cast iron surfaces and gilt lettering. Parts appear in fine condition having been generally protected in storage by what appears to be the original glass globe. Includes the seldom seen wood base with applied green felt bottom. The wood base and glass globe are in excellent condition.
Auction Info
2024 April 26 - 27 Americana & Political Signature® Auction #6286 (go to Auction Home page)
Auction Dates
April, 2024
26th-27th
Friday-Saturday
Bids + Registered Phone Bidders: 1
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