Late 19th century Fyns Kommunale Telefonselskab Magneto Desk Telephone

This Fyns Kommunale Telefonselskab hand-crank magneto desk telephone is of an early Danish telecommunications design.
Manufactured in Denmark, this “tin box” style telephone shows the craftsmanship and engineering of the early to mid-20th century.
Many models like this were produced under license from L.M. Ericsson.

Manufacturer:
Fyns Kommunale Telefonselskab (Fyns Municipal Telephone Company), Denmark

Design Features:
This telephone features a durable metal case accented with gold trim. A side-mounted hand crank (magneto) and a cradle-style handset.

Estimated Era:
Late 19th century to early 1940s

Condition:
This example is in need of refurbishing and will be restored at a later date.

As Received