Nickel Plated Candlestick Phone Patent 1892 with a ‘Whispering Mouthpiece’. The nickel plated candlestick phone has a most recent patent date of November 1, 1892. The whispering mouth piece has a patent date of 1916. Dimensions: 12.5” Processing and shipping within the Continental US $55. All FedEx packages are sent with Direct Signature Required and insured at full replacement value for a fee of 1.5% of the purchase price, unless buyer accepts complete liability in writing. Discounts given on combined lot shipping. Untested. Good to very good aesthetic condition.