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model identification

Posted: Tue Sep 27, 2016 7:31 pm
by rrg
Hi, I am a newbie and looking for more information on this Columbia Grafonola with stand.
The plate reads No. A44479 Am graphophone Co. -- Bridgeport, Conn

Which model is it, year and approximate worth in working condition?
Any information or links would be great.

Thanks

Re: model identification

Posted: Thu Sep 29, 2016 12:53 am
by Joe_DS
I blew up the top one, and lightened it. I could see that the Grafonola is photographed from the back side, and that it has round corner columns.

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That, along with the layout of the motor board leads me to believe that it's a Model 50 (Page 132, "Columbia Phonograph Companion, Vol. II" by Robert Baumbach), which was introduced in 1915.

The cabinet dimensions are:
Height: 13 3/8 inches
Width: 18 1/8 inches
Depth: 21 1/2 inches

Here's a video of the model 50, so you can compare -- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zV8zZmJiCOY (Obviously, this one has a restored reproducer.)

Prices vary, depending on overall condition. You might want to check completed auctions on eBay for similar items.

Joe