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Roseville, CA 95678 USA

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Current Auctions and Auction Information
Empty Edison Cylinder Boxes
Empty 10" 78 RPM Storage Albums
Empty 10" 78 RPM Record Sleeves
Victrola Needles and Strobe Discs


Current Auctions


AUCTION 128 - Just Another Auction
This auction closed on October 14, 2009. Thanks to everyone who participated - many fine records are on their way to new homes. We'll leave the picture gallery up for your enjoyment for a while, but please remember that all these records have been sold.


Click here for a Picture Gallery of some of the highlights of this auction.

Click here to use the online bid sheet for a current record auction.

Auction 129 is currently on hold, as I am making an earlier than planned move of both my business and my residence. I'm moving only three blocks away, but the logistics are daunting! I hope to complete the move by Dec. 31, and will hopefully have the new auction ready to go sometime in January. The new address will be included with the auction. For now, you may use all my current contact information. Happy Holidays and Best Wishes to everyone!

Interested? We will be happy to send you either a printed copy or an electronic copy. If you're not already on our mailing list, simply e-mail us with your name and postal mailing address or your email address and we will send you a copy right away. Please note that the electronic copy is in PDF format. It is 64 pages long on 8.5" x 14" paper, and prints out easily on standard paper when reduced to 65%. If you request an electronic copy, please remember that we do not send a printed copy also. The auction is not posted on our website.

SPECIAL FOR NEW BIDDERS! If you have not previously received any of our auction lists, then mention that you found out about us from this website, and we'll send you a coupon good for a 10% discount on your first set of winning bids (postage and tax excluded).

Check Out Our New Email Bid Sheet!

Now you can easily submit bids on our auctions by email. We have posted a new email bid sheet on our website that is simple, easy and fun to use. Click here to access this new feature, or go to the home page of the website and click on "Email Bidsheet." Give it a try the next time your submit bids.

Future Auctions

We publish 4 auctions each year with 1600 to 2000 records listed on each one. Future auctions are scheduled for mailing in November 2009 and February 2010. Each list will be open for bids for 45 days from the date of mailing. As an example, a list mailed on May 1st will close about June 15th. This will give everyone ample time to receive and read the list and to submit bids. A description of some of the highlights of each list and a colorful picture gallery of labels will be posted on this very page as each new list becomes available.

Auction Mailing Policy

Our policy is to send printed copies of our auction lists free to active bidders who maintain an average of $10.00 in winning bids per auction for three consecutive auctions. Less active bidders can receive the printed list by subscription at the following rates (all prices in USA dollars):

  • $10.00 for three issues sent to a USA, APO or FPO address
  • $15.00 for three issues sent to a Canadian address
  • $20.00 for three issues sent to an overseas address
Email copies in PDF format are always sent free and require no minimum winnings or subscription.


Check Us Out On eBay!

Hawthorn's Antique Audio is now listing some choice items on eBay. You can easily view our current listings by visiting our eBay Listings Page anytime. You can expect the same accurate descriptions (including pictures) and the same prompt service you receive from our mail auctions. Pay us a visit! And if you are wondering just what we have in store for future eBay listings, Click here for for a printable copy of our upcoming eBay listings.


Great Original Ragtime Sheet Music

Virginia Hawthorn has set up her own eBay business where you can find the best in original ragtime sheet music, piano novelties, jazz and blues selections, historical pieces and much more. Her eBay name is ginnysmusic if you want to look her up on eBay, or just Click here to see what goodies she currently has listed. Be sure to add her to your list of favorite sellers!


Player Piano and Piano Roll Literature Auction

We have sold all the items in this collection. Thanks to all who participated and we hope you are enjoying your new treasures.


Ragtime and Jazz Piano Rolls

If you enjoy good ragtime and jazz piano rolls, check out the Ed Sprankle Piano Roll Collection which is currently being offered for sale on eBay. Ed was a good friend of mine, as well as a recognized authority on ragtime and jazz rolls. His world class collection is now being offered for sale by his family. Here is a chance to obtain some truly rare and incredible rolls - just click on the above link.


Outdoor Antique Shows

The Fall season of outdoor antique shows in Northern California is coming up, and here's where we'll be:

Old Town Folsom - Sunday, September 20
Old Town Auburn - Sunday, October 18
West Coast Ragtime Festival, Sacramento - Friday thru Sunday, November 20 - 22

Let us know if you are going to be in our area and we'll send you further information about these wonderful shows. However, if you really need a phonograph or record fix and can't wait till the Fall shows, you're welcome to visit our Retail Location at the Antique Trove in Roseville CA to see what you can find in the meantime.


The staff in our modern and well equipped office and warehouse is waiting to serve you.
Call us today!



Original Boxes for Edison 2 Minute Cylinders


These original cylinder boxes are all in good condition and are without lids. Some may have some writing or numbers on them from previous owners, but there is no major damage or defacement to the labels. The boxes are sound with good cotton lining and are ready to hold your homeless cylinders. They are available in cartons of 20 for $20.00 plus $12 Priority Mail shipping anywhere in the USA. Overseas buyers please contact us first before ordering to obtain the shipping cost. Each carton of 20 boxes weighs about 5 pounds. Use the printable order form on the Record Supplies page and write in "Edison 2 Minute Cylinder Boxes." Don't let your cylinders go naked any longer!

Original Boxes for Edison 4 Minute Cylinders


These original cylinder boxes are all in good condition and are without lids. Some may have some writing or numbers on them from previous owners, but there is no major damage or defacement to the labels. The boxes are sound with good cotton lining and are ready to hold your homeless cylinders. They are available in cartons of 20 for $20.00 plus $12 Priority Mail shipping anywhere in the USA. Overseas buyers please contact us first before ordering to obtain the shipping cost. Each carton of 20 boxes weighs about 5 pounds. Use the printable order form on the Record Supplies page and write in "Edison 4 Minute Cylinder Boxes." Don't let your cylinders go naked any longer! Click here to return to the top of the page.

Used 10" 78 RPM Storage Albums


These empty storage albums are handy for any 78 rpm collection. They have not been made new for years, but we are offering clean used ones in good condition. They come to us in a mix of colors and styles, therefore we cannot fill orders for specific colors. All have either 10 or 12 pages and both the covers and bindings are intact. There may be some writing from previous owners on the inside index or on the spine. They are available in boxes of 5 albums for $20.00 plus $12.00 Priority Mail shipping to USA addresses. Overseas buyers please contact us first before ordering to obtain your shipping cost. Each box of 5 albums weighs about 9 pounds. Use the printable order form on the Record Supplies page and write in "Empty 10" Albums." Organize your collection with these quality storage albums! Click here to return to the top of the page.

Used Heavy Duty 10" Brown 78 RPM Sleeves


Temporarily sold out - we hope to have more soon. Click here to return to the top of the page.

Soft Tone Needles

We are now offering excellent quality soft tone steel needles for Victrolas and other acoustic phonographs. They are made by the same company that produces our regular tone needles, and we recommend them highly to those who are seeking a more subdued tone from their phonographs. Go to the Record Supplies page for a further description and a printable order form.

Strobe Discs

Have you ever wondered if your hand wound disc phonograph is running at exactly the right speed? The most reliable way to test it is to use a strobe disc, and we are now offering a disc that works for both 78 rpm and 80 rpm phonographs. All you need is a florescent light that runs on 60 cycles (in the USA, that's standard). Incandescent bulbs may also work, depending on the ambient light conditions in the room. Instructions are included with the disc. You can see a further description of this item and order it on our Record Supplies page. Click here to return to the top of the page.

The Original Nipper Painting


Most collectors are familiar with the story of the first Nipper painting. The artist, Francis Barraud painted Nipper listening to a cylinder phonograph. He attempted to sell the work to the British division of the Edison company, but was turned down. He then took the painting to the offices of the Gramophone & Typewriter company and after agreeing to replace the Edison machine with the likeness of a Berliner disc phonograph, he sold the picture which soon became one of the world's best known trademarks. So, here for your enjoyment, is the original image, showing Nipper listening to a cylinder phonograph.


Uncle Josh Buys An Automobile


This record is one of the favorites of Uncle Josh collectors. Evidently Robert Robinson, one of the cover artists for the Saturday Evening Post, had this record in mind when he drew this delightful illustration for the January 11, 1913 issue. Although neither Uncle Josh or Cal Stewart is mentioned in the issue, the picture is just perfect - Uncle Josh roaring along with a terrified Aunt Nancy by his side. We thought you would enjoy seeing this marvelous illustration.
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