Key Details:
Type: Vintage PMG Candlestick Telephone
Style: Candlestick Telephone with Separate Timber Ringer Box
Era: Early 20th Century (professionally restored in 1993)
Finish: Black enamel with polished timber ringer box and brass bells
Dial: Australian alpha-numeric rotary dial conversion
Restoration: Professionally restored by Mr. Phone, Castlemaine, Victoria (31 March 1993)
Country: Australia
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Mini Story or Hook:
A wonderful piece of Australian telecommunications history, this vintage PMG candlestick telephone is a striking display piece that has been professionally restored for use on the Australian telephone network. Featuring the iconic upright candlestick design, separate timber ringer box with twin brass bells, braided cloth cord and Australian rotary dial conversion, it represents an era when telephones were built to last for generations.
A standout addition to any antique telephone collection, period home, office, museum or vintage display.
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Condition:
Condition: Good vintage restored condition – please see detailed notes below.
* Professionally restored by Mr. Phone, Castlemaine, with restoration label dated 31 March 1993.
* Australian Telecom approval label remains attached.
* Separate timber ringer box houses twin brass bells.
* Black enamel finish presents well with age-related wear consistent with vintage use.
* Rotary dial turns freely.
* Internal components appear clean and complete.
* Braided cloth cord fitted.
* No functional testing has been carried out by us and the telephone is therefore sold as untested.
* 📸 The photos form part of the description and should be examined carefully as they form part of the overall condition assessment.
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Postage & Handling:
📦 This telephone will be carefully wrapped and professionally packaged to ensure it arrives safely at its new forever home.
Local pickup is welcome from our Vintage HQ store in Heidelberg, Victoria.
Combined postage is available on multiple purchases—please contact us before payment for a revised invoice.
International shipping is available. Any import duties, taxes, tariffs or customs charges are the responsibility of the purchaser.
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Need to Know More?
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Other Info:
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Health & Safety Notice
This is a vintage telecommunications collectible. While it was professionally restored in 1993 for connection to the Australian telephone network, due to its age it is being sold primarily as a collectible/display item. We recommend any vintage electrical or telecommunications equipment be inspected by a suitably qualified technician before being connected or used. Buyers should satisfy themselves as to its suitability for their intended purpose.
