SOLD
120.00CAD+ (12.00) buyer's premium + applicable fees & taxes.
This item SOLD at 2024 Apr 05 @ 15:11UTC-6 : CST/MDT
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*Day 1 Starts Thursday March 28 at 11 am and Ends Thursday April 4 2024 @ 11 am (soft closing)
*Day 2 Starts Thursday March 28 at 11 am and Ends Friday April 5 @ 11 am (soft closing)
*Pre-View is Sun. March 31: 11-4 pm (591073 RR 114 Whitecourt, AB) Watch for signs
*Pickup Days are Sat. April 6: 11-5 and Sunday April
7: 11-5
*Please bring your own packing Material and Boxes
*Shipping available
The Gamewell Fire Alarm Box is a fascinating piece of firefighting history. These antique cast iron boxes were once an essential part of early fire alarm systems in cities and towns. Here are some details about them:Design and Purpose:
The Gamewell Fire Alarm Box was typically mounted on street corners or buildings.
Passersby could use them to manually alert the fire department by pulling down the handle or breaking the glass.
Inside the box, there was a telegraph mechanism that transmitted the alarm to the fire station.
Features:
The boxes were made of sturdy cast iron, designed to withstand outdoor conditions.
They often had a distinctive red color and were embossed with information about how to use them.
Some boxes had a glass front covering the alarm mechanism, while others had a metal plate.
Collectibility and Value:
Antique Gamewell Fire Alarm Boxes are highly collectible among enthusiasts, historians, and firefighters.
Their value depends on factors such as rarity, condition, and historical significance.
Some boxes still have their original brass number plates, which adds to their appeal.
The Gamewell Fire Alarm Box is a fascinating piece of firefighting history. These antique cast iron boxes were once an essential part of early fire alarm systems in cities and towns. Here are some details about them:
Design and Purpose:
The Gamewell Fire Alarm Box was typically mounted on street corners or buildings.
Passersby could use them to manually alert the fire department by pulling down the handle or breaking the glass.
Inside the box, there was a telegraph mechanism that transmitted the alarm to the fire station.
Features:
The boxes were made of sturdy cast iron, designed to withstand outdoor conditions.
They often had a distinctive red color and were embossed with information about how to use them.
Some boxes had a glass front covering the alarm mechanism, while others had a metal plate.
Collectibility and Value:
Antique Gamewell Fire Alarm Boxes are highly collectible among enthusiasts, historians, and firefighters.
Their value depends on factors such as rarity, condition, and historical significance.
Some boxes still have their original brass number plates, which adds to their appeal.
Auction Location:
Blue Sign: 591073 RR 114, Whitecourt, AB, Alberta, T7S 1N3, Canada
Previewing Details:
Pre-view is Sun. March 31: 11 am - 4 pm.
Blue Sign: 591073 RR114, Whitecourt, AB
Watch for signs
GST 5%
Taxes:
| Tax | Rate | Desc. |
| Gst |
5% |
Gst |
| Gst |
5% |
Gst |
Buyer's Premiums:
| From (Incl.) | To (Excl.) | Premium |
| 0.00 |
Infinite |
10% |
Additional Fees:
Shipping Details:
*If the buyer wants us to ship it, there will be a minimum $20.-/Box Handeling Fee applicable.
* Buyers is responsible for shipping Cost and Handeling Fee. Auction Place ltd. is not responsible for any damages during shipping.
Payment Details:
*We will be On-site on Pick up Days for payment
* Applicable taxes 5% gst
*10 % Buyer's premium rate charged, to a Maximum of $800.00 per item
* When using Credit card there will be a 3% Fee Charged
* We accept Cash, debit , E-transfer, Certified Cheque and Credit Card.
* All purchases must be settled for in full on sale day or within 1 day after the sale. All internet buyers will receive an invoice regarding their purchases. The credit card on file will be charged for the amount owing on the Sun. after the sale.
* When the internet buyers have not made arrangements for pick-up after 7 days. Auction Place will have the right to sell the item again and proceeds will go to Auction Place Ltd, to cover storage and handling
Accepted Payment Methods:
- VISA
- Master Card
- E-Transfer
- Debit
- Cash
All items sold "AS IS, WHERE IS" with all faults.
* All descriptions believed accurate but not warranted.
* Bidder inspection is encouraged.
*No Returns
* By placing a bid, bidder signifies that they have examined the items to their satisfaction, or that they have chosen not to personally examine them.
* All items are sold as-is, where is, and lie at the purchaser's risk immediately.
*The items have been displayed and each purchaser shall be held to have satisfied him/herself as to condition, identity and authenticity and shall not be entitled to make any objection after the sale whatsoever.
*On-line buyers be aware, that although you have placed pre-bids, sometimes your bid comes in too late and your item might be sold to a floor bidder.
* The auctioneer reserve the right to reject any bid at his/her sole discretion.
* Applicable taxes 5% gst
*10 % Buyer's premium rate charged, to a Maximum of $800.00 per item
* When using Credit card there will be a 3% Fee Charged
* We accept Cash, debit , E-transfer, Certified Cheque and Credit Card.
* All purchases must be settled for in full on sale day or within 1 day after the sale. All internet buyers will receive an invoice regarding their purchases. The credit card on file will be charged for the amount owing on the Sun. after the sale.
* When the internet buyers have not made arrangements for pick-up after 7 days. Auction Place will have the right to sell the item again and proceeds will go to Auction Place Ltd, to cover storage and handling
* All purchases must be picked up within 48 hours after sale day.
*If the buyer wants us to ship it, there will be a minimum $20.-/Box Handling Fee applicable.
* Buyers is responsible for shipping Cost and Handling Fee. Auction Place ltd. is not responsible for any damages during shipping.
Contact us for Shipping Options.
*Some Reserved items
*Listing is Subject to additions and deletions.