PMG Wall Telephone STC Timber Magneto Phone Commonwealth Australia Works Pre NBN

Key Details:

Item: PMG Wall Telephone (Magneto Wall Phone)

Manufacturer: Standard Telephones and Cables (STC)

Original Owner: Commonwealth of Australia – Postmaster-General’s Department (P.M.G.)

Era: Circa 1940s–1950s

Material: Solid timber cabinet with brass twin bells and Bakelite handset

Dial: Rotary dial

Mounting: Wall mounted

Country of Manufacture: Australia

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Mini Story or Hook:

Own a genuine piece of Australia’s telecommunications history.

This authentic Commonwealth of Australia PMG wall telephone was manufactured by Standard Telephones and Cables (STC) and remained in service until being disconnected during the transition to the National Broadband Network (NBN).

Featuring its original timber cabinet, brass twin bells, rotary dial, Bakelite handset and built-in writing shelf, this is far more than just a decorative piece—it’s a fascinating survivor from an era when every telephone call passed through the Postmaster-General’s Department.

Ideal for collectors of Australian telecommunications memorabilia, museums, period homes, cafés, pubs or anyone looking for an impressive conversation piece with genuine history.

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Condition:

This is an original vintage telephone that presents very well for its age.

* Original timber cabinet with attractive aged patina.

* Original Commonwealth of Australia P.M.G. identification plaque.

* Original Standard Telephones and Cables manufacturer’s label.

* Brass twin bells retain an attractive aged finish.

* Original rotary dial and Bakelite handset.

* Original writing/message shelf is present.

* General age-related marks and wear consistent with decades of service.

* The telephone was fully operational prior to being disconnected during the NBN rollout. It has not been tested since removal and is therefore sold as a vintage collectible.

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