Objects of Desire
Wed, Feb 25, 2026 10:00AM EST
Lot 17
Condenser Calibration Box
Estimate: $200 - $400
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $10 |
| $200 | $25 |
| $500 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
| $200,000 | $50,000 |
| $1,000,000 | $100,000 |
Condenser Calibration Box, 1922-1923
Condenser Bank Calibration, within a wooden case. Invented by Tony Longorio, an inventor with a lab at the corner of Clifton and 117th St. Cleveland OH- G. B. Schneeberger assisted.
This box was used in a demonstration of radio and resulted in the first radio station in Cleveland WTAM in 1922 - 1923.
H: 5 1/2 W: 7 1/16 D: 4 1/2 in.
Condition
Lid top has separated from the sides. Grime to black painted dial. Two missing nuts (one replaced).
When you’re the winning bidder on an item from Gray’s Auctioneers, you have three options for claiming your new treasure: 1. You can schedule an appointment to pick it up at 10717 Detroit Avenue in Cleveland, Ohio. 2. You can arrange for a third party service like UPS to pick up, pack, and ship your item. Two recommended UPS Stores are: store1308@theupsstore.com (440.333.4810); store1016@theupsstore.com (330-725-7033 press 9). 3. If you would like fine art craters or for blanket wrap shipping services, please contact Gray's.
From the Estate of John A. Davidson, Jr. Proceeds to benefit the APL of Lorain County and the Dittrick Museum. Formerly belonged to G.B. Schneeberger, electrical engineer with Cleveland Illuminating Company.
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