L.M. Ericsson & Co. Field Telephone

L. M. Ericsson & Co. Field Telephone, Stockholm, Sweden, shaped mahogany back splat with nickel-plated mouthpiece marked "Made in Sweden by L.M. Ericsson & Co. Stockholm/Patented Oct. 29 1895," iron plate below the double bells reading in gilt pinstriping "L.M. Ericsson & Co. Patent Stockholm," slanted writing surface, mouthpiece, and holder, ht. 17 in. Estimate $600-800 The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.