{"product_id":"gpo-bakelite-rotary-dial-telephone-1955-british","title":"[UK-made] GPO Bakelite Rotary Dial Black Telephone, 1955 Model","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA timeless sound that transcends generations\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBring the classic sounds of 1950s Britain into your space.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Description:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a classic black bakelite telephone manufactured in 1955, sample-shipped by the British G.P.O. (General Post Office). Engravings such as model number \"1\/232 F\/2\" and manufacturer code \"F.W.R. 55\" can be seen. It features a rotary dial, and the central label displays \"EMERGENCY CALLS\" and dial number \"999,\" indicating it was actually used in the UK. The telephone number \"HORNSCROSS 369\" provides insight into the area code and subscriber number of the time, making it a valuable historical piece. The receiver is engraved with \"164-55,\" confirming that genuine parts from the same era were used. (R070067)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e・Country of Manufacture: UK\u003cbr\u003e・Year of Manufacture: 1955 (confirmed by engraving)\u003cbr\u003e・Material: Bakelite (body and receiver)\u003cbr\u003e・Dialing Method: Rotary dial (pulse type)\u003cbr\u003e・Wiring: Partially exposed (as-is condition, recommended for decorative use)\u003cbr\u003e・Display: English (\"EMERGENCY CALLS\" and \"HORNSCROSS 369\" inside the dial)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Points:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e・Original black telephone made in 1950s Britain\u003cbr\u003e・Perfect for retro interiors, cafes, and as a photography prop\u003cbr\u003e・Beautiful luster and substantial feel unique to bakelite\u003cbr\u003e・A rare GPO sample model, a must-have for collectors\u003cbr\u003e・No returns or exchanges\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe G.P.O. (General Post Office, UK) was a British government telecommunications agency that existed from the 18th century until 1969, overseeing postal services (Post), telephone and telegraph services (Telecom), early radio broadcasting, and telegram and emergency call systems (999). In Britain at the time, the G.P.O. determined the specifications for telephones and had them manufactured by approved and managed vendors. The \"G.P.O. BATCH SAMPLED\" engraving on this telephone indicates that it had undergone sample inspection (quality confirmed). \"BATCH SAMPLED\" means \"a product selected as a sample for inspection from a manufacturing batch.\" This notation indicates that it was chosen from mass-produced items for quality inspection and would typically then be used in actual settings (homes, offices, etc.).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e*Based on research by AI.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"イエローガレージ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42503462551636,"sku":"R070067","price":93000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/3856\/4948\/files\/0_aa336b6d-26ad-49c1-b197-e9389fdbdf86.jpg?v=1758460961","url":"https:\/\/adhocstore.com\/en\/products\/gpo-bakelite-rotary-dial-telephone-1955-british","provider":"ADHOCストアー","version":"1.0","type":"link"}