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Garod 1B55L 'Drop-Handle' Radio in Plum + Yellow Catalin

Scarce Perfect Garod Drop-Handle

Rare Garod 1B55L 'Drop-Handle' Catalin radio in a beautiful plum with yellow. This model radio has an attractive + unique feature, the flush-to-the-top hideaway drop-handle. This design feature is not found on any other radio of the time. The radio is just a stunning example of this rare Garod radio model. This model radio is seldom seen in any color and in this fine of a condition. This radio's beautiful bright maroon Catalin cabinet is in original condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns, or repairs. The radio retains its original matching yellow catalin knobs, grill + drop-handle all in perfect condition. Deco dial is bright with only small signs of age. The radio retains its original textured gold grill cloth and the original manufactures paper label still affixed to the bottom of cabinet. Water-slide decal + dial plastic are correct replacements. This is truly a beautiful radio in excellent condition. This radio measures approximately: 11" Wide by 6.5" High by 6" Deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician.
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Garod 1B55L 'Drop-Handle' Radio in Yellow + Red Catalin

Scarce Perfect Garod Drop-Handle

Rare + unusual Garod 1B55L 'Drop-Handle' Catalin radio in yellow with red. This model radio has an attractive + unique feature, the flush-to-the-top hideaway drop-handle. This design feature is not found on any other radio of the time. The radio is just a stunning example of this rare Garod radio model. This model radio is seldom seen in any color and in this fine of a condition. This radio's beautiful Catalin cabinet is in original condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns, or repairs. The radio retains its original matching yellow catalin knobs, grill + drop-handle all in perfect condition. Deco dial is bright with only small signs of age. The radio retains its original textured gold grill cloth. Cabinet retains the original manufactures paper label still affixed to the bottom of cabinet. Water-slide decal + dial plastic are correct replacements. This is truly a remarkable radio in excellent condition. This radio measures approximately: 11" Wide by 6.5" High by 6" Deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician.
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Garod 1B55L 'Drop-Handle' Radio in Yellow Catalin

Scarce Perfect Garod Drop-Handle

Seldom seen 1B55L 'Drop-Handle' radio in all yellow Catalin. This model radio has an attractive + unique feature, the flush-to-the-top hideaway drop-handle. This design feature is not found on any other radio of the time. The radio is just a stunning example of this rare Garod radio model. This model radio is seldom seen in any color and in this fine of a condition. This radio's beautiful Catalin cabinet is in original condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns, or repairs. The radio retains its original matching yellow catalin knobs, grill + drop-handle all in perfect condition. Deco dial is bright with only small signs of age. The radio retains its original textured gold grill cloth. Cabinet retains the original manufactures paper label still affixed to the bottom of cabinet. Water-slide decal + dial plastic are correct replacements. This is truly a remarkable radio in excellent condition. This radio measures approximately: 11" Wide by 6.5" High by 6" Deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician.
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Swirled Catalin 'Vertical Grill' Motorola 52 Radio - Green + Yellow

Wonderful Deco Motorola 'Vertical Grill' Catalin Radio

Wonderful Motorola 52 'Vertical Grill' catalin radio in beautiful marbleized green with yellow trim. This model was the first in a series of three different Catalin cabinet radios produced by Motorola. Manufactured in 1939 by Motorola Radio also known to collectors as the 'Vertical Grill'. This Motorola design highlights the Art Deco elements of the era. The green on this example is highlighted by swirls of light yellow, brown and clear to add depth to the color. This beautiful radio would make a fantastic addition to a collection.The details in the design are unique with its vertically louvered grill, which, feathers out from the center to the left + right and hexagonal knobs make for an unusual design and highly sought after radio. The cabinet features streamlined hand incised grooves that stretch around the case bringing all the elements together while adding to the geometric aspect of the radio. The metallic dial face is decorated with deco numerals and the Motorola logo written in script. This is an exquisitely crafted Art Deco radio.This stunning example is in excellent condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs to the cabinet. Yellow knobs and grill are original to radio and in great condition. Radio retains the original paper manufactures label affixed to the bottom of the cabinet and the original "Aerovane" back panel. Dial plastic is a correct replacement. Radio has been well taken care of and only shows some small signs of age + careful use. Measures approximately: 9.4" wide x 5.75" high x 4.4" deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician.
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Swirled Dark Green Addison 5 Catalin 'Courthouse' Radio - Striking

Beautifully Marbleized Catalin Large Addison 5

Beautifully marbleized Addison Model 5 'Courthouse' catalin radio in dark green cabinet with yellow trim. This is a magnificent + exquisitely crafted stately Art Deco radio. Manufactured in the 1940's by ADDISON INDUSTRIES LIMITED in Toronto, Canada also known to collectors as the 'Courthouse' or 'Large' Addison. Even though this radio's color is often described as black with yellow swirl, they are in fact dark green with yellow swirls. The catalin has a deep shine, rich color, glow and also has exceptionally striking yellow and green tone marbleizing that add dimension to the radio. The radio is in original, untouched condition, and is just a stunning example of this Addison model.This beautiful and glossy example is in great condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs. The five yellow vertical grill bars are original as are the three pinwheel knobs. The grill cloth is original and displays only a small amount of wear while retaining its original greenish tone. Beautiful green reverse painted dial glass is original to the radio and in great condition. Water-slide decal is a correct replacement. This is truly a remarkable radio in excellent condition. This stately radio measures approximately: 12.5" Wide by 9" High by 7" Deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician prior to use.
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Red Sparton 500C Cloisonné Model 500C Catalin Radio - Perfect

Rare Walter Dorwin Teague Art Deco Beauty

Exceptional Red front Sparton Cloisonné with marbleized yellow catalin cabinet. The Sparton Cloisonné model 500C radio introduced in 1939 is a veritable Art Deco masterpiece designed by Walter Dorwin Teague. Its compact housing features a colorful metallic red cloisonné front, exquisitely trimmed with a streamline lace-work of chrome and framed with yellow catalin housing. This is the only radio designed that combines all three materials. This radio is perfect with no cracks, chips or repairs to the butterscotch catalin cabinet or metallic red Cloisonné front. The metallic red Cloisonné front is free of any damage and chrome is great. Ivory plastic knobs and grill cloth are original to the set. Radio has been well taken care of and only shows some fine scratches consistent with age + careful use. This is a great example of a radio that is seldom offered for sale especially in this great of a condition. This radio would make a great addition to any radio or Art Deco collection. This compact radio measures approximately 8" wide by 5" high by 4.25 deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician.
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Radio-Glo Stained Glass + Chrome Radio in Coral with Yellow - Exceptional

Unique Lite-Up Glass + Chrome Deco Radio from 1936 - All Original

Striking Radio-Glo in stained glass with chrome + ebonized wood. This seldom seen radio is made of coral red and yellow stained glass panels that light-up from the inside. The skyscraper designed radio is accented by chromed metal, vertical spacers, and pilasters. The stained glass panels light-up from the inside giving the radio a warm glow, setting it apart from other radios manufactured in the 1930s. This interesting feature along with the use of different materials makes for a highly unusual and rare Art Deco radio. Radio is in great all-original condition with some wear to metal + ebonized wood as would be expected from age and use. All stained glass is original to the radio and is in wonderful condition with cracks or damage. Radio retains the original black bakelite knobs, dial bezel, Radio-Glo tag, back panel and grill cloth. Dial face is perfect and beautifully colored. Radio lights-up as it should and looks breathtaking at night as well as during the day. The radio is lit by two clear 4W led night light bulbs and the lights can be turned on and off by a switch on the back of the radio separate from the radio. This radio measures approximately: 14" wide by 13" high by 9" deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician prior to use.
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Radio-Glo Stained Glass + Chrome Radio in Lavender Swirl - Prototype

Unique Lite-Up Glass + Chrome Deco Radio from 1936 - Original

Incredible Radio-Glo in stained glass with chrome + ebonized wood. This rare radio is made of lavender swirl colored stained glass panels that light-up from the inside. This particular differs from other Radio-Glo and is most probably a prototype or custom one-off order. This example features a larger dial with a chrome bezel and 3 knobs and speaker pointing out of top with a deco designed grill. The skyscraper designed radio is accented by chromed & polished metal, vertical spacers, and pilasters. The stained glass panels light-up from the inside giving the radio a warm glow, setting it apart from other radios manufactured in the 1930s. This interesting feature along with the use of different materials makes for a highly unusual and rare Art Deco radio. Manufactured by the Radio-Glo Company Inc. of, Benton Harbor, Michigan is the only radio made by the company. Designed and patented by George A. Stamm for the Radio-Glo Company in 1936. Radio is in great all-original condition with some wear to metal + ebonized wood as would be expected from age and use. All stained glass is original to the radio and is in wonderful condition with cracks or damage. Radio retains the original black bakelite knobs, dial bezel, Radio-Glo tag. Grill cloth is a period correct replacement. Dial face is perfect and beautifully colored. Radio lights-up as it should and looks breathtaking at night as well as during the day. The radio is lit by two clear 4W led night light bulbs and the lights can be turned on and off by a switch on the back of the radio separate from the radio. This radio measures approximately: 14" wide by 13" high by 9" deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete. New power cord has been installed and speaker and light bulb connectors are quick release to facilitate removal from cabinet. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician prior to use.
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Radio-Glo Stained Glass + Chrome Radio in Green with White - Stunning

Unique Lite-Up Glass + Chrome Deco Radio from 1936 - All Original

Stunning Radio-Glo in stained glass with chrome + ebonized wood. This seldom seen radio is made of green and white colored stained glass panels that light-up from the inside. The skyscraper designed radio is accented by chromed & polished metal, vertical spacers, and pilasters. The stained glass panels light-up from the inside giving the radio a warm glow, setting it apart from other radios manufactured in the 1930s. This interesting feature along with the use of different materials makes for a highly unusual and rare Art Deco radio. Manufactured by the Radio-Glo Company Inc. of, Benton Harbor, Michigan is the only radio made by the company. Designed and patented by George A. Stamm for the Radio-Glo Company in 1936. Radio is in great all-original condition with some wear to metal + ebonized wood as would be expected from age and use. All stained glass is original to the radio and is in wonderful condition with cracks or damage. Radio retains the original black bakelite knobs, dial bezel and grill cloth. Dial face is perfect and beautifully colored. Radio lights-up as it should and looks breathtaking at night as well as during the day. The radio is lit by two clear 4W led night light bulbs and the lights can be turned on and off by a switch on the back of the radio separate from the radio. This radio measures approximately: 14" wide by 13" high by 9" deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician prior to use.
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Radio-Glo Stained Glass + Chrome Radio in Blue with White - Stunning

Unique Lite-Up Glass + Chrome Deco Radio from 1936 - All Original

Exceptional Radio-Glo in stained glass with chrome + ebonized wood. This seldom seen radio is made of blue and white colored stained glass panels that light-up from the inside. The skyscraper designed radio is accented by chromed & polished metal, vertical spacers, and pilasters. The stained glass panels light-up from the inside giving the radio a warm glow, setting it apart from other radios manufactured in the 1930s. This interesting feature along with the use of different materials makes for a highly unusual and rare Art Deco radio. Manufactured by the Radio-Glo Company Inc. of, Benton Harbor, Michigan is the only radio made by the company. Designed and patented by George A. Stamm for the Radio-Glo Company in 1936. Radio is in great all-original condition with some wear to metal + ebonized wood as would be expected from age and use. All stained glass is original to the radio and is in wonderful condition with cracks or damage. Radio retains the original black bakelite knobs, dial bezel and grill cloth. Dial face is perfect and beautifully colored. Radio lights-up as it should and looks breathtaking at night as well as during the day. The radio is lit by two clear 4W led night light bulbs and the lights can be turned on and off by a switch on the back of the radio separate from the radio. This radio measures approximately: 14" wide by 13" high by 9" deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician prior to use.
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Radio-Glo Stained Glass + Chrome Radio in Red with Cream - Exceptional

Unique Lite-Up Glass + Chrome Deco Radio from 1936 - All Original

Beautiful Radio-Glo in stained glass with chrome + ebonized wood. This seldom seen radio is made of medium red and cream colored stained glass panels that light-up from the inside. The skyscraper designed radio is accented by chromed & polished metal, vertical spacers, and pilasters. The stained glass panels light-up from the inside giving the radio a warm glow, setting it apart from other radios manufactured in the 1930s. This interesting feature along with the use of different materials makes for a highly unusual and rare Art Deco radio. Manufactured by the Radio-Glo Company Inc. of, Benton Harbor, Michigan is the only radio made by the company. Designed and patented by George A. Stamm for the Radio-Glo Company in 1936. Radio is in great all-original condition with some wear to metal + ebonized wood as would be expected from age and use. All stained glass is original to the radio and is in wonderful condition with cracks or damage. Radio retains the original black bakelite knobs, dial bezel, and grill cloth. Dial face is perfect and beautifully colored. Radio lights-up as it should and looks breathtaking at night as well as during the day. The radio is lit by two clear 4W led night light bulbs and the lights can be turned on and off by a switch on the back of the radio separate from the radio. This radio measures approximately: 14" wide by 13" high by 9" deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician prior to use.
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FADA Catalin L-56 Radio in Translucent Onyx Green - All Original

Great Early Wrap-Around FADA L-56 Catalin Radio

FADA L-56 in translucent marbleized onyx green with matching wrap-around grill, knobs + handle. This Deco catalin model made in 1939 by FADA Radio + Electric Company has a beautiful design and size. This seldom seen onyx green model is a beautiful example with beautiful marbleizing The glossy onyx catalin cabinet is in great condition with no chips, cracks, tube burns or repairs. The matching onyx insert grill, handle and fluted knobs are original and have no damage. The beautiful graphic dial is bright and in great condition. The dial plastic + water-slide decal are correct replacements. Radio has small scratches consistent with age + use of set. This is a seldom found color combination that would truly make a great addition to any radio or Deco collection. Radio measures approximately: 9" wide by 5.5" high by 4" deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician.
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Deco Cord 'Zephyr' Radio with Orchid Catalin Front

Rare + Stunning Light-up Black Lacquer with Catalin Front Radio

Rare Cord 'Zephyr' lite-up Catalin 1930's Deco radio. This seldom seen radio consists of an oval black satin lacquer cabinet with a translucent orchid(pink) catalin front panel that lights-up from the inside. The butterscotch marbleized catalin panel lights-up giving the radio a warm glow, setting it apart from other radios manufactured in the 1930s. This interesting feature along with the use of different materials makes for a highly unusual and rare Art Deco radio. The radio is further highlighted by the large circular dial with great graphics. Designed by Morris Weincord of Chicago, IL in 1936 for the Cord Radio Co. Radio is in great condition with some wear to chrome bezel trim as would be expected from age and use + lacquered wood cabinet has been beautifully restored. The orchid green catalin front panel is in perfect condition with no cracks, chips, repairs or bulb burns. Radio retains the original black bakelite knobs and matching wood back panel. Grill cloth is a period correct replacement. Radio lights-up as it should and looks breathtaking at night as well as during the day. The radio is lit by two clear 4W led night light bulbs wired separately from the radio. This radio measures approximately: 15.5" wide by 8.75" high by 6.75" deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician prior to use.
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Rare Fada 188 'All-American' with Blue Cabinet, Red + White - All-Original

Seldom Seen All-Original 188 "All-American" Series FADA Catalin

Beautiful + Rare FADA 188 'All-American' catalin radio with a marbleized lapis-lazuli blue cabinet, marbleized red handle + knobs with a yellow wrap-around grill. This extremely rare + beautiful all-original radio is seldom seen. This model was most likely produced by FADA Radio to compete with the Emerson Patriot, another Catalin radio issued in the red-white-blue color combo for the War. This untouched glossy swirled blue radio has taken on a beautiful patina over the years. Catalin cabinet is perfect with no cracks, chips or repairs; does have a mild tube burn as seen. The original bright red catalin handle(which lifts slightly and is contoured to the shape of the cabinet) + knobs are original and correct to the radio and are also in great condition with no cracks, stress lines, chips or repairs. Yellow grill is original to the radio and also in perfect condition. Radio retains the original manufacturers label with model 188 designation affixed to the bottom of cabinet along with the tube layout sticker. Dial plastic is a correct replacement. This beautiful FADA has been well taken care of and has very few small scratches consistent with light use is a stunning example of an original FADA 188 'All-American'. This radio is as clean as one can be found and would truly make a great addition to any radio or Deco collection. Radio measures approximately: 9" wide by 5.5" high by 4" deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician.
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Beautiful Swirled Circassian Onyx/Brown Emerson AU-190 Catalin Radio

Great Circassian Onyx Brown Catalin Emerson Tombstone Radio

Beautiful + Highly Marbleized Emerson AU-190 Catalin Tombstone radio from 1937 in a Brown or Circassian Onyx as referred to by Emerson. This radio is absolutely stunning + seldom found in this color. The heavily swirled brown catalin cabinet has tones of yellow, clear + brown that add depth to an already beautiful radio. The radio is in original, untouched condition, and is just a great example of this seldom seen color Emerson 'Tombstone' model. Radio cabinet is in perfect condition with no cracks, tube burns or repairs and has a beautiful gloss to it. The 3 matching catalin knobs are perfect + original to the radio. Gold fabric grill cloth and back panel are original + in good condition with only small signs of age. Water-slide decal + dial plastic are correct replacements. Radio has small scratches consistent with age + use of set. This highly marbleized Emerson radio is absolutely striking and would make a fantastic addition to a radio collection. Radio measures approximately: 7" wide by 10" high by 5" deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete; cord is cut. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician prior to use.
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Red Kadette 'Clockette' K27 Catalin Radio - Bright

Great Marbleized Red Kadette Clockette

Radio is absolutely striking + seldom found in this color. Shown here is a Kadette 'Clockette' K27 Catalin Radio in bright marbleized red. The Clockette with its elegant cube design, etched grooves that wrap around and its distinctive 'clock ' style brass dial bezel is unlike any other catalin radio. This radio's marbleized cabinet has yellow swirls and different shades of red. The radio is in original, untouched condition, and is just a great example of this Kadette 'Clockette' model. The bright red catalin radio cabinet has an incredible gloss. Radio cabinet has no chips or repairs; however it does have a small hairline crack on the bottom back screw hole and a mild tube burn common to the Kadette Clockette model. The two red catalin front knobs, rear red catalin knob and yellow pilot light jewel are perfect and original to the radio and damage free. Radio retains the manufacturers sticker affixed to the bottom. Brass dial bezel and pointer are original to the radio and exhibit some signs of age. Water-slide decal is a correct replacement. Radio has small scratches, scuffs consistent with age + use of set. This radio is absolutely striking and it would make a fantastic addition to a radio collection. Radio measures approximately: 7" wide by 7" high by 5" deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete; dial string does not work. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician prior to use.
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Onyx Green Catalin Fada 115 'Bullet' Radio - Highly Marbleized

Great Swirled two-tone Fada Bullet

Bright and beautiful FADA Model 115 Pre-War 'Bullet' Catalin Streamliner in beautiful highly marbleized translucent Onyx Green and Yellow marbleized trim. This radio's styling epitomizes 1940’s Streamline Art Deco design. Its sleek, rounded lines suggest speed and practicality, hallmarks of streamlined industrial design from those years. The original marbleized yellow trim adds contrast and style to this stunning example of a seldom found Pre-War FADA 115 Bullet model. The model 115 differs from its postwar counterpart, in that it has the smooth 'gumdrop' knobs, a split dial face with what looks like a large Roman numeral through the center of it and a copper foil grill cloth that is installed vertically. The glossy onyx catalin cabinet is highlighted by some orange, clear + yellow marbleizing and a beautiful transparency. The yellow trim adds contrast and style to this stunning example of a FADA Bullet Streamliner model. The cabinet on this onyx and yellow FADA 115 has no cracks, chips or repairs. Radio cabinet was polished back to its factory original onyx color from its oxidized caramel coloring. The yellow catalin dial ring, gumdrop knobs and handle are original + correct to the radio and also in great condition with no cracks, chips, breaks, or repairs. The correct original copper foil grill cloth is in great original condition. The fragile paper + gold foil dial face is in great condition displaying only minimal wear. Radio retains the original cardboard back panel with FA-DA-SCOPE label. The dial plastic cover is a replacement. This radio is as clean as one can be found and would truly make a great addition to any radio or Deco collection. Radio measures approximately: 10.25" wide by 6.25" high by 5.5" deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete; cord is cut. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician.
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Stunning Garod 'Peak-Top' 1450 in Plum with Yellow Catalin Radio

Beautiful Garod Peak-Top

Garod 1450 'Peak-Top' Catalin radio in a beautiful plum with yellow marbleized trim. The catalin cabinet is a bright translucent plum unlike other radios and its deep shine makes its rich color glow and shows off the exceptionally striking yellow catalin trim. The radio is in original, untouched condition, and is just a stunning example of this Garod model. This model radio is seldom seen in colors other than all butterscotch and in this fine of a condition. This beautiful set is in great condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs to the catalin cabinet or trim. The knobs, grill and handle are original to the radio and also free of any defects. The radio retains its original textured gold grill cloth with small signs of age and wear. Dial plastic is a correct replacements. This is truly a remarkable radio in excellent condition. This stately radio measures approximately: 10.5" Wide by 8" High by 5.85" Deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician. This stately radio measures approximately: 10.5" Wide by 8" High by 5.85" Deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician.
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Original Rare Fada 188 'All-American' Red, White + Blue

Beautiful Seldom Seen Fada Model

Seldom Seen + Beautiful FADA 188 'All-American' catalin radio with a faintly marbleized yellow cabinet, marbleized red handle + knobs with a blue marbleized wrap-around grill. This extremely rare + beautiful all-original radio is seldom seen. This model was most likely produced by FADA Radio to compete with the Emerson Patriot, another Catalin radio issued in the red-white-blue color combo. The glossy medium yellow Catalin cabinet is perfect with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs. The original bright red catalin handle(which lifts slightly and is contoured to the shape of the cabinet) + knobs are original and correct to the radio and are also in great condition with no cracks, stress lines, chips, breaks, burns or repairs. Lapis-lazuli grill is original to the radio and also in perfect condition. Radio retains the original manufacturers label with model 188 designation affixed to the bottom of cabinet. Dial plastic is a correct replacement. This beautiful FADA has been well taken care of and has very few small scratches consistent with light use is a stunning example of an original FADA 188 'All-American'. This radio is as clean as one can be found and would truly make a great addition to any radio or Deco collection. Radio measures approximately: 9" wide by 5.5" high by 4" deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician.
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Emerson BM258 Big Miracle Catalin Radio in Yellow w/ Ivory

Scarce Emerson 'Big Miracle'

Emerson BM-258 radio known as the 'Big Miracle' yellow with ivory trim. Made by Emerson Radio + Television in 1938 the Big Miracle is a slightly larger version of the Little Miracle. The cabinet is a beautiful warm yellow highlighted by the ivory trim. The yellow with brown swirl cabinet is not found as often as the standard yellow. The radio is in original, untouched condition, and is just a great example of this Emerson 'Big Miracle' model. The cabinet is in perfect condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs. This models fragile ivory plastic grill + knobs which, are prone to deterioration, are original + great condition. Radio retains the color coordinated bottom cardboard panel that is often not present. Dial plastic and decal are correct replacements. Radio has been well taken care of and only shows some fine scratches consistent with age + careful use. Radio measures approximately: 9.75" wide by 7.25" high by 5" deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician prior to use.

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