Edison Std 283 1898 Edison
Standard
Phonograph

One of the earliest of the spring motor phonographs from Edison. This is the earliest incarnation of the Edison Standard - the 2-clip model.

1898 Edison
Standard
Phonograph

Serial number 283.

Edison Std 283
Edison Std 283
1898 Edison
Standard
Phonograph

Soon after being offered it was determined that 2-clips wasn't enough to hold the halfs together. A 4-clip was offered. A concerned owned added 4 additional hook clips to protect his investment.