This comprehensive assortment of early telephones showcases an evolution of design and technology beginning with turn of the century examples up to mid-twentieth century models. Highlights of the collection include a 1918 Eurieult candlestick telephone from France with a walnut top, marbleized Bakelite base and a mother-in-law listener, a rare 1899 Western Electric oak ringer box with large sleigh bells, and an attractive 1950s Automatic Electric 3-slot paystation telephone.