What is the value of a 1916 Sonora Phonograph?

Answer 1

Phonographs are evaluated on condition, rarity, and desirability of the design. Re-painting, mis-matched parts, damage, missing pieces, and poor running motors devalue phonographs. Sonoras are in the mid-level of desirable phonograps. Outside horn phonographs are more desirable than "victrolas" (brand name of Victor phonographs that were produced with internal horns) the term that was most often attached to internal (or hidden) horn phonographs. Most victrolas are worth between $100 to $500 dollars in excellent condition and most horn phonographs are worth from $300 to $1,200 dollarsin the American market (I've been collecting them for 12 years and that has been my observation only!). Other variables on value include location and size of the instrument.