Vintage C1910 " Ardente " Conversation Tube Or Ear Trumpet With " Earphone " End
Item History & Price
| Reference Number: Avaluer:113963 |
This rare conversation tube was manufacured by "Ardente" of 309, Oxford St, London, W. 1."It is more unusual than most as it has an "earphone" style end rather than an ear tip.This earphone is nickel plated with a 'faux' tortoise shell celluloid insert, this has no breaks or splits and has retained a good colour.It is impressed with "Ardente, 309, Oxford St., W.1." this is also impressed in to the bell. This is attached to an ebonized wooden handle.The tube is plaited cotton over rubb...er and the bell is made from hard rubber.There are no splits or breaks to the cotton and the hard rubber and bell have no cracks or chips. The bell also has the makers details.I have tried to show this in the photographs.It measures 97 cm (38 inches) long and the bell is 5.5 cm (2 1/4 inches) wide. Vintage ~ c1910 ~ "Ardente" Conversation Tube or Ear Trumpet with "Earphone" End
Vintage ~ c1910 ~ "Ardente" Conversation Tube or Ear Trumpet with "Earphone" End Click images to enlarge Description THIS IS ON THE UK SITE AND LISTED IN GB POUNDSVintage
c1910
"Ardente"
Ear Trumpet
or
Conversation Tube. This rare conversation tube was manufacured by "Ardente" of 309, Oxford St, London, W. 1."
It is more unusual than most as it has an "earphone" style end rather than an ear tip.
This earphone is nickel plated with a 'faux' tortoise shell celluloid insert, this has no breaks or splits and has retained a good colour.
It is impressed with "Ardente, 309, Oxford St., W.1." this is also impressed in to the bell. This is attached to an ebonized wooden handleThe tube is plaited cotton over rubber and the bell is made from hard rubber.
There are no splits or breaks to the cotton and the hard rubber and bell have no cracks or chips. The bell also has the makers details.
I have tried to show this in the photographs.
It measures 97 cm (38 inches) long and the bell is 5.5 cm (2 1/4 inches) wide
We take great care to describe our items clearly and honestly as possible, including any faults or flaws that we may see. The photographs form part of the description. Please do take a little time to look at them. They may be enlarged for close-up detail. We are not experts on any of the items, so please be sure to ask any questions you may have before the end of the auction.A great, collector’s item. Increasingly rare. Be sure to add be to your favourites list! Please take some time to view our other items!All of our items open with no reserve and start with a reasonable price. Good Luck &Happy Bidding!
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Vintage ~ c1910 ~ "Ardente" Conversation Tube or Ear Trumpet with "Earphone" End Click images to enlarge Description THIS IS ON THE UK SITE AND LISTED IN GB POUNDSVintage
c1910
"Ardente"
Ear Trumpet
or
Conversation Tube. This rare conversation tube was manufacured by "Ardente" of 309, Oxford St, London, W. 1."
It is more unusual than most as it has an "earphone" style end rather than an ear tip.
This earphone is nickel plated with a 'faux' tortoise shell celluloid insert, this has no breaks or splits and has retained a good colour.
It is impressed with "Ardente, 309, Oxford St., W.1." this is also impressed in to the bell. This is attached to an ebonized wooden handleThe tube is plaited cotton over rubber and the bell is made from hard rubber.
There are no splits or breaks to the cotton and the hard rubber and bell have no cracks or chips. The bell also has the makers details.
I have tried to show this in the photographs.
It measures 97 cm (38 inches) long and the bell is 5.5 cm (2 1/4 inches) wide
We take great care to describe our items clearly and honestly as possible, including any faults or flaws that we may see. The photographs form part of the description. Please do take a little time to look at them. They may be enlarged for close-up detail. We are not experts on any of the items, so please be sure to ask any questions you may have before the end of the auction.A great, collector’s item. Increasingly rare. Be sure to add be to your favourites list! Please take some time to view our other items!All of our items open with no reserve and start with a reasonable price. Good Luck &Happy Bidding!
350 Payment Paypal is our preferred payment method.
Compensation for loss or damage is NOT included in the shipping price; if you do require this to be added please contact us for the additional fee .Please be aware that any import duties, taxes, and brokerage fees are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility and collected at the point of delivery. Your country's customs office can offer more details, or visit eBay's page on international trade. If you wish to bid on other items please let us know; we may be able to combine shipping and possibly reduce costs for you. Shipping We shall pack and send out your item within four days of cleared payment.
Please note insurance in NOT included in the shipping price. Please contact us if you require it added to your invoice.
Each item is packed with great care and we reuse packaging where we can.
We cannot be held responsible for items lost or damaged in the post. We do always ask for a receipt of postage and make every endeavour to help if your item should go astray. About Us Please remember that you are purchasing vintage items. They have lived a life and this may show and add to the wonderful style of the piece. All items have been chosen with pride and care and we want you to be happy with your purchase. Contact Us Should you require any further information or photographs of the item for sale, please contact us through "contact seller" . Please note we do not offer "buy it now" prices. Get images that
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