Name/Title
Phonograph, CylinderDescription
Edison Gem Phonograph in brown wooden case. Lid detatches from the base. Black horn with gold details also detatches from the central piece. "Edison Gem Phonograph" is stamped onto the wooden lid. GEM in gold lettering sits on the front of the black phonograph, with "Thomas A Edison Trademark" inscribed on the top of the phonograph in gold lettering. The back of the phonograph contains a silver plate with more detailed manufacturing information. Best estimate of age is at least 1903 based on the trademarks listed on the serial number panel, as well as this identical phonograph from another institution dated as 1903: https://collection.sciencemuseumgroup.org.uk/objects/co117111/edison-gem-phonograph-1903-phonographs