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Late 19th century coin operated floor standing Polyphon, the shaped cornice marked 'Polyphon' with eleven 50cm discs in a walnut case with glazed upper section, the coin slot marked '1 Penny', the lower section with fall front for disc storage and inset with a portrait print and on compressed bun feet H230cm x W76cm x D46cm with a number of old pennies
Late 19th century coin operated floor standing Polyphon, the shaped cornice marked 'Polyphon' with eleven 50cm discs in a walnut case with glazed upper section, the coin slot marked '1 Penny', the lower section with fall front for disc storage and inset with a portrait print and on compressed bun feet H230cm x W76cm x D46cm with a number of old pennies
Late 19th century coin operated floor standing Polyphon, the shaped cornice marked 'Polyphon' with eleven 50cm discs in a walnut case with glazed upper section, the coin slot marked '1 Penny', the lower section with fall front for disc storage and inset with a portrait print and on compressed bun feet H230cm x W76cm x D46cm with a number of old pennies
Late 19th century coin operated floor standing Polyphon, the shaped cornice marked 'Polyphon' with eleven 50cm discs in a walnut case with glazed upper section, the coin slot marked '1 Penny', the lower section with fall front for disc storage and inset with a portrait print and on compressed bun feet H230cm x W76cm x D46cm with a number of old pennies
Late 19th century coin operated floor standing Polyphon, the shaped cornice marked 'Polyphon' with eleven 50cm discs in a walnut case with glazed upper section, the coin slot marked '1 Penny', the lower section with fall front for disc storage and inset with a portrait print and on compressed bun feet H230cm x W76cm x D46cm with a number of old pennies
Late 19th century coin operated floor standing Polyphon, the shaped cornice marked 'Polyphon' with eleven 50cm discs in a walnut case with glazed upper section, the coin slot marked '1 Penny', the lower section with fall front for disc storage and inset with a portrait print and on compressed bun feet H230cm x W76cm x D46cm with a number of old pennies
Late 19th century coin operated floor standing Polyphon, the shaped cornice marked 'Polyphon' with eleven 50cm discs in a walnut case with glazed upper section, the coin slot marked '1 Penny', the lower section with fall front for disc storage and inset with a portrait print and on compressed bun feet H230cm x W76cm x D46cm with a number of old pennies
Late 19th century coin operated floor standing Polyphon, the shaped cornice marked 'Polyphon' with eleven 50cm discs in a walnut case with glazed upper section, the coin slot marked '1 Penny', the lower section with fall front for disc storage and inset with a portrait print and on compressed bun feet H230cm x W76cm x D46cm with a number of old pennies
Late 19th century coin operated floor standing Polyphon, the shaped cornice marked 'Polyphon' with eleven 50cm discs in a walnut case with glazed upper section, the coin slot marked '1 Penny', the lower section with fall front for disc storage and inset with a portrait print and on compressed bun feet H230cm x W76cm x D46cm with a number of old pennies
Late 19th century coin operated floor standing Polyphon, the shaped cornice marked 'Polyphon' with eleven 50cm discs in a walnut case with glazed upper section, the coin slot marked '1 Penny', the lower section with fall front for disc storage and inset with a portrait print and on compressed bun feet H230cm x W76cm x D46cm with a number of old pennies
Late 19th century coin operated floor standing Polyphon, the shaped cornice marked 'Polyphon' with eleven 50cm discs in a walnut case with glazed upper section, the coin slot marked '1 Penny', the lower section with fall front for disc storage and inset with a portrait print and on compressed bun feet H230cm x W76cm x D46cm with a number of old pennies
Late 19th century coin operated floor standing Polyphon, the shaped cornice marked 'Polyphon' with eleven 50cm discs in a walnut case with glazed upper section, the coin slot marked '1 Penny', the lower section with fall front for disc storage and inset with a portrait print and on compressed bun feet H230cm x W76cm x D46cm with a number of old pennies
Late 19th century coin operated floor standing Polyphon, the shaped cornice marked 'Polyphon' with eleven 50cm discs in a walnut case with glazed upper section, the coin slot marked '1 Penny', the lower section with fall front for disc storage and inset with a portrait print and on compressed bun feet H230cm x W76cm x D46cm with a number of old pennies
Late 19th century coin operated floor standing Polyphon, the shaped cornice marked 'Polyphon' with eleven 50cm discs in a walnut case with glazed upper section, the coin slot marked '1 Penny', the lower section with fall front for disc storage and inset with a portrait print and on compressed bun feet H230cm x W76cm x D46cm with a number of old pennies

LOT NO 7009

STOCK NO 170467

Late 19th century coin operated floor standing Polyphon, the shaped cornice marked 'Polyphon' with eleven 50cm discs in a walnut case with glazed upper section, the coin slot marked '1 Penny', the lower section with fall front for disc storage and inset with a portrait print and on compressed bun feet H230cm x W76cm x D46cm with a number of old pennies

Sale Details


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Location: Online & Live Broadcast from Duggleby Stephenson of York

Auction ends: from 13:00 on 21/05/2026

Lot Number: 7009

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13:02 - 13:22

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Bidding Details


Estimate £2,000-3,000

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CURRENT BID £1,600

21/05/2026 13:02

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Explore this exquisite late 19th-century coin-operated floor-standing Polyphon available at Duggleby Auctioneers. This charming piece features a walnut case with a shaped cornice bearing the 'Polyphon' mark. The machine comes with eleven 50cm discs and a glazed upper section, adding to its allure.

The coin slot, clearly marked '1 Penny', enhances the vintage charm of this Polyphon. The lower section includes a fall front for convenient disc storage and is inset with a portrait print, adding a touch of elegance to the piece. Resting on compressed bun feet, this Polyphon measures H230cm x W76cm x D46cm.

This remarkable Polyphon also comes with a collection of old pennies, further adding to its historical appeal. Don't miss the opportunity to own this exceptional late 19th-century coin-operated Polyphon at Duggleby Auctioneers.



Delivery Information


Item can be collected from our Duggleby Stephenson Salerooms, York, YO19 5GF. Delivery options available.

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