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Each party line subscriber then had a distinct telephone number usually totally different from the numbers of others on that same party line

Used on early AE deskphones

Original Stromberg Carlson Dial complete with alphanumeric Dial Plate

so if you wish to see a detailed image of the shell you would be receiving

The outer edge of the dial has been given a nickel plated band to match the telephone

Automatic Electric Type 40 - Orange - Chrome Trim shsdparentproduct Each party line subscriber thenHistory The Automatic Electric Model 40 Monophone was introduced in 1938. This combined phone includes all the components required to operate within the casing, eliminating the need for an external network subset and ringer. The AE40 is a graceful example of art deco design. These rugged phones were made of solid Bakelite and were available in a variety of colours with various trim options This particular unit is the deluxe "chrome trim" version. It