{"product_id":"antique-working-edison-c-19-disc-phonograph-with-records","title":"Antique Working Edison C-19 Disc Phonograph with Records","description":"\u003ch2\u003eBefore Streaming. Before Vinyl. Before Radio — There Was Edison.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis antique Thomas A. Edison Disc Phonograph C-19 is confirmed to be working well and includes a box of Edison Diamond Disc records.\u003c\/strong\u003e That makes it a rare opportunity to own a complete listening experience from the earliest days of recorded sound — not just a display piece, but a machine that still plays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBefore streaming services, before vinyl collections became a hobby, and before radio became the center of American living rooms, families gathered around machines like this one to hear music, comedy, speeches, and performances pressed onto Edison’s thick, distinctive Diamond Disc records. This is not nostalgia for something you read about. This is the actual thing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe cabinet features a warm mahogany-toned wood finish, lift-top record player compartment, original brass Edison identification plate, hand-crank mechanism, decorative leaded-glass grille front, lower cabinet storage, and the classic upright phonograph silhouette that immediately commands attention in any room it enters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe brass plate identifies this as \u003cstrong\u003eModel C-19, Serial Number SM161446C\u003c\/strong\u003e, manufactured by Thomas A. Edison, Inc., Orange, NJ, USA — with patents dating from November 17, 1903 through May 21, 1916.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAntique Thomas A. Edison Disc Phonograph — Model C-19\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSerial Number: SM161446C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThomas A. Edison, Inc., Orange, NJ, USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePatents: November 1903 – May 1916\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConfirmed working well\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncludes box of Edison Diamond Disc records\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOriginal brass identification plate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-crank mechanism\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecorative leaded-glass front grille\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLift-top cabinet with turntable and tonearm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLower storage cabinet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarm mahogany-toned wood cabinet finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrong collector appeal — working condition with original records\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAntique working condition with visible wear, scratches, patina, finish wear, and age-related imperfections consistent with a piece of this age and history. This phonograph has been confirmed to work well and includes a box of Edison Diamond Disc records. Because of its age, it is still sold as-is as an antique collectible. \u003cstrong\u003eBuyer should inspect in person before purchase.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eInternal note: Owned inventory. Confirmed working well and includes box of Edison Diamond Disc records. Suggested retail is $1,195. Quick-sale floor is $950. Do not accept less than $895 without approval.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePickup\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLocal pickup only\u003c\/strong\u003e due to size, weight, age, and fragility — The Foundry by History Loves Company, 35 W Huron St., Suite 101, Pontiac, MI 48342. Buyer is responsible for loading, transportation, and securing the item after purchase. Please contact us before purchasing to coordinate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eEvery item inside The Foundry has a story. This Edison phonograph tells the story of invention, music, family rooms, public demonstrations, and the moment recorded sound became something ordinary people could bring home. It is not just furniture. It is a piece of American listening history.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable exclusively at The Foundry by History Loves Company in downtown Pontiac, Michigan.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOne of one. When it’s gone, it’s gone.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Viki","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47386948993213,"sku":"TF-EDISON-C19-PHONOGRAPH","price":1195.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0734\/7801\/3117\/files\/IMG_8281_9c9b01a4-fe2f-4ac2-a03c-2fd888314303.jpg?v=1783187883","url":"https:\/\/thefoundryhlc.com\/products\/antique-working-edison-c-19-disc-phonograph-with-records","provider":"The Foundry","version":"1.0","type":"link"}