{"product_id":"soviet-telephone-kyiv-1500th-anniversary-souvenir","title":"Soviet Telephone Kyiv 1500th Anniversary 1982 – Commemorative Souvenir Phone","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Soviet telephone is a commemorative souvenir model issued for the 1500th anniversary of the city of Kyiv, celebrated in 1982. Its front panel carries the \"1500 Kyiv\" anniversary logo with the city emblem, a chestnut leaf and Soviet symbols, framed by an ornate floral pattern. In its day it was a high-end decorative phone, with the original price of 80 rubles marked on the base.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eItem Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Commemorative souvenir desk telephone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOccasion:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1500th anniversary of Kyiv (1982)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFront Panel:\u003c\/strong\u003e \"1500 Kyiv\" logo with the city emblem (chestnut leaf and Soviet symbols) surrounded by an ornate floral pattern\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesign:\u003c\/strong\u003e Retro-futuristic styling with a classic handset resting on a square base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBody:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sturdy black body with chrome-plated metal elements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMarkings:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bottom plate with the technical serial\/model number and the original price (80 rubles)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWiring:\u003c\/strong\u003e Original, with a Soviet standard plug\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Manufacture:\u003c\/strong\u003e USSR\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eUsed, in good vintage condition for its age. There are signs of wear, minor scuffs on the plastic, and some pitting and patina on the chrome parts; close-ups of the metal oxidation are shown in the photos. The coiled handset cord is intact and keeps its shape. The phone has not been tested for making calls on modern lines, so it is sold as-is as a collectible, display or restoration piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAbout This Piece\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eKyiv officially marked its 1500th anniversary in 1982, and the jubilee emblem appeared on a wide range of commemorative items. A souvenir telephone carrying that emblem is an appealing crossover between Soviet memorabilia and vintage telecommunications. This Soviet telephone also makes a strong statement piece for a retro or mid-century office interior.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eShipping\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFree worldwide shipping\u003c\/strong\u003e from Ukraine with a tracking number. Delivery to the USA typically takes 2–4 weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Soviet Vintage Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67678843895957,"sku":"EBAY-407131965038","price":140.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0808\/0500\/3413\/files\/soviet-telephone-kyiv-1500th-anniversary-souvenir-1.jpg?v=1791647488","url":"https:\/\/sovietvintagestore.com\/products\/soviet-telephone-kyiv-1500th-anniversary-souvenir","provider":"Soviet Vintage Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}