Vintage Italian Green Onyx Marble Rotary Telephone
A striking vintage Italian rotary telephone featuring a beautifully patterned green onyx marble-style stone base, displaying natural-looking layers of soft green, cream and warm amber tones.
The telephone showcases an elegant rotary dial, coordinating green handset details, metallic-tone fittings and a distinctive green coiled cord. Its substantial construction and classic European styling make it an attractive decorative piece for collectors and enthusiasts of vintage telephones.
The underside is marked Made in Italy, and the telephone is fitted with a vintage Australian telephone connector.
Details:
* Origin: Italy
* Era: Believed circa 1970s–1980s
* Material: Green onyx marble-style stone with metal and plastic fittings
* Dial: Traditional rotary
* Connection: Vintage Australian telephone plug
* Weight: Approximately 2.565 kg
* Functionality: Untested
Vintage Condition:
Presents in vintage condition with visible age-related wear, surface marks and patina consistent with previous use.
Please note that one of the handset cradle supports has broken off, as shown in the photographs. This damage should be considered when assessing the item’s condition.
The telephone has not been tested for functionality or electrical safety, and compatibility with modern telephone services is not confirmed.
Offered as an untested vintage collectable, suitable for decorative display, restoration or inclusion in a vintage telephone collection.
Please examine all photographs carefully, as they form an important part of the item’s description and condition assessment.