Sold 22 February 2025 · Terrier Antiques at Hebden Bridge

This “Gpo 1930'S Fully Converted Telephone & Bell Box” found a buyer.

It was listed by Terrier Antiques at Hebden Bridge. Sold pieces stay on Sellingantiques as a record of what has passed through, and the next one is rarely far away.

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Description

Here we have a 1930's GPO bakelite telephone no 164 complete with slide out flip tray for number storage and separate bell box, this telephone has been fully converted and is in full working condition and fitted with sympathetically new 'old' cables.

Date of Manufacture

Terrier Antiques at Hebden Bridge has dated this Vintage Gpo Telephone to the 1930s.

Physical Dimensions

Height

20cm (7.87")

Width

20cm (7.87")

Depth

15cm (5.91")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1024091

Dealers Internal Reference

7003

Dealers Notes

We are more than happy to ship items abroad and ask you to contact us prior to purchasing to obtain a quote which will include professional packaging of your item, we will endeavour to ship your item as economically as possible, within the UK items will be posted using the Royal Mail and carry a tracking number.

Description

Date of Manufacture

Terrier Antiques at Hebden Bridge has dated this Vintage Gpo Telephone to the 1930s.

Physical Dimensions

Height

20cm (7.87")

Width

20cm (7.87")

Depth

15cm (5.91")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1024091

Dealers Internal Ref

7003

About the Dealer

Terrier Antiques at Hebden Bridge

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A black vintage GPO rotary dial telephone sits on a polished wooden surface, displaying its chrome finger dial and heavy handset.

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Terrier Antiques at Hebden Bridge

Telephone 01422 843189 or 07917 652471

Location

26 Market Street
Hebden Bridge
West Yorkshire
HX7 6AA
United Kingdom

Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/terrierantiques

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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing

ObjectDecorative Objects
Period1920 - 1940
StyleArt Deco Glamour
MaterialBakelite, Brass, Chrome
ColourGloss Black
MotifsRotary dial, Bakelite housing, Braided cord, Chromed dial ring
SizeH 20 cm (8 in) x W 20 cm (8 in) x D 15 cm (6 in)

FAQs

Clean the surface gently with a soft, damp cloth and mild soap, avoiding harsh chemical solvents that can degrade the vintage plastic or damage the original finish.

Place the telephone on an office desk, console table, or side table to serve as a functional conversation piece that contrasts sharply with contemporary minimalist decor.

Authentic period pieces feature heavy bakelite bodies, metal chassis, braided fabric cords, and original GPO markings or stamps on the internal components and base.

These historical telephones were primarily constructed using early thermosetting plastics such as phenolic resin, commonly known as bakelite, alongside chromed metal dials and brass internal components.

The General Post Office (GPO) was the state monopoly provider of telecommunications in the United Kingdom, producing iconic models such as the 300-series table telephone during the 1930s.