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Catalin Radios For Sale, Plaskon Radios For Sale, Mirror Radios For Sale + Bakelite Tube Radios for Sale. Please note that available radios will usually be shown on the first page.
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Emerson 564 Radio 'Slot-Grill' in Jet Black Catalin
Great Small Catalin Emerson 564
Jet black Catalin Emerson model 564 'Slot-Grill'. This radio is a magnificent small Art Deco radio that features and vertical slide rule dial + a series of symmetrical grill cut-outs. Emerson Radio & Phonograph Corp, out of New York, manufactured this small Catalin radio in 1940. This jet black catalin radio is in original untouched condition and is just a stunning example of this small Emerson model. This beautiful set is in great condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs. The black catalin knobs are original to the radio. The radio retains its original reverse painted dial plastic and gold textured grill cloth both in excellent condition. Cardboard back panel is still present and in nice condition. This is truly a remarkable radio in excellent condition. Water-slide decal is a replacement. Radio has small scratches consistent with age + careful use. This radio measures approximately: 7" wide by 5.12" high by 3.75" 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
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Kadette H Radio Blue Plaskon 'Gothic' Model - Rare
Early Rare Plaskon Kadette H Radio in Great Condition
Rare Kadette Blue Plaskon tube radio model H also known by collectors as the 'Gothic' model. This 1931 radio was made by the International Radio Corp. in Ann Arbor, Michigan and is one of the first mass produced plastic radios. The radio is in original, untouched condition, and is just a stunning example of this Kadette model. This extremely rare beauty is in excellent condition with no cracks, tube burns or repairs and all trim pieces are original. It does have a small chip at the on/off toggle switch caused by toggling the switch a common issue with this model and a tiny stress line on the front bottom right, barely visible . The radio still retains the original matching blue molded plaskon back, which has the common minor stress hairline cracks, heat mark and chips. These slight issues in no way detract form the beauty and rarity of this radio, as they cannot be seen from the front of the radio. Radio has the original matching blue plaskon flower knobs and gold toned metal dial scales and tags all in great condition. The light blue original fabric grill cloth on the radio is also in excellent condition with no holes or tears. This is an exceptional and rare tube radio that looks like it has been well cared for showing small light scratches consistent with light use. Measures approximately: 8.75" Wide by 6" 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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Silvertone 4511 'Election' Plaskon Radio in Lavender - Rare
Silvertone 'Election' Bakelite/Plaskon Radio designed by John R. Morgan
This lavender plaskon Silvertone 4511 'Election' radio is a beautiful example of 1930's Streamlined Machine Age design in plastic. The design includes great rounded edges and molded plastic ridges that travel up and around the radio. The single piece cabinet that can be viewed from all sides is the work of noted industrial designer John R. Morgan. This truly is a rare and striking design for an Art Deco Radio in an even more rare of a color. This model first appeared in the 1936 Sears catalog and won first prize as an object of 'outstanding beauty' in the nationwide Modern Plastics Competition in New York City Note that the cases of this model are extremely fragile, and as a result few appear to have survived. These cases often cracked or became distorted due to the heat of the tubes and the weight of the chassis, which slides in from the bottom. The beautiful lavender colored Plaskon/Bakelite cabinet is in great original condition and retains a beautiful luster. The cabinet has no chips, burns, or repairs. It does have a few tight hairlines and small scuffs/nicks common to Plaskon radios of the time that can be seen in the photos. These in no way detract from this rare radio. Radio retains the original matching lavender plastic knobs, manufacturers paper label and the gold textured fabric grill cloth on front and rear. This radio measures approximately: 9.25" Wide by 7" 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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Emerson EP-375 '5+1' Catalin Radio in Lettuce Green
Beautiful 1941 marbleized lettuce green with yellow trim
Spectacular and desirable marbled Lettuce Green with Yellow trim Art Deco 1941 Emerson EP-375 '5+1' Catalin radio no rivets. This model has become known to collectors as the 5+1 due to the unique insert grill bar layout. The lettuce green cabinet has veins of brown, maroon, clear and yellow running through it that makes the radio stand out from others. Beautiful marbleized Catalin cabinet is perfect with no cracks, chips or repairs. Radio cabinet has been hand cut/polished by Decophobia and has an incredible gloss to it. The radios fragile light yellow tenite grill bars + knobs are original to the radio. Water-slide decal and clear dial plastic cover are correct replacements. Radio measures approximately: 9.5" wide by 5.75" high by 4.75" 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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Addison 2 'Waterfall' Catalin Art Deco Radio in Yellow + Raspberry
Rare Color Combo for Addison Waterfall Design
Rare Yellow with Raspberry catalin Addison 2 'Waterfall' radio made circa 1940 by Addison Industries Limited in Canada. This is the rarest color combo from the 4 it was available in. The unique styling and bold use of color would make this radio a truly beautiful addition to any collection. This stylized Art Deco radio features the famous 'waterfall' speaker grill trim and surround 'bumpers' with speed-lines that really make for a streamlined radio design. It is one of the most striking color combinations for a Catalin radio. The cabinet is a beautiful butterscotch yellow with faint marbleizing that really adds depth to the cabinet. The rich yellow color is brought out even more with its contrasting raspberry trim. The radio is in original, untouched condition, and is just a stunning example of this catalin Addison model. The glossy catalin cabinet has a beautiful warm patina and is in excellent condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs. The raspberry catalin trim is complete and factory original to the radio and has no cracks, chips, burns or repairs. The original matching butterscotch catalin 'pinwheel' marbleized knobs are perfect. Manufactures paper label is still affixed to the bottom of cabinet. Clear dial plastic cover is a replacement. Radio measures approximately 10.25" wide x 6" high x 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.
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FADA 5F60 Catalin Radio Onyx Green with Yellow Insert Grill
Beautiful Early Art Deco FADA 5F60 or 'Baby Fada' Catalin Radio
Fada 5F60 Catalin radio in onyx green/pea-green with a highly swirled yellow insert grill. This prewar 1936/37 is one of the earliest catalin radio models made and has a simple and distinct cabinet design. This onyx + yellow +example is in great condition with a beautiful glossy finish. This is a striking radio color combination, the faint brown, orange and yellow marbleizing adds depth to the color. This model has come to be known to collectors as the 'Baby Fada' because of its small size. The catalin cabinet retains the factory gloss, the yellow grill adds contrast and style to this stunning example. Onyx green catalin cabinet and fluted knobs have no cracks, chips, repairs or tube burns. The highly marbleized yellow insert grill is original and has the best swirls I have seen on one of these. The grill has two tiny stress lines that can barely be seen. Clear dial plastic cover is a replacement, FADA decal is original. This beautiful FADA has been well taken care of and has very few small scratches consistent with light use. This is a great example of an all-original early FADA. The radio measures 7.75" wide by 5" high by 4.75" 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.
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Fada Catalin 53 Radio in Yellow + Bright Green
Superb Example of this Early FADA 5F50 Catalin Radio
Stunning prewar Fada model 53 / 5F50 Catalin radio in marbleized butterscotch with a bright green grill insert. Wonderful Art Deco model made in 1938 by FADA Radio + Electric Company has a beautiful design and size. This yellow and bright green example is all original and in great condition with a beautiful glossy finish. Green grill makes for a wonderful contrast with the butterscotch cabinet. The faintly marbleized cabinet is in excellent condition with no cracks, chips or repairs. The bright green catalin insert grill is also free of cracks, chips or repairs. Clear dial plastic cover + water slide decal are correct replacements. This beautiful FADA has been well taken care of and has very few small scratches consistent with light use. This is a great example of an all-original early FADA. The radio measures 7.75" wide by 5.75" high by 4.75" 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.
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Fada 53 Catalin Radio in Yellow + Blue - Deco
Great Example of an Early FADA 53/5F50 Catalin Radio
Great small Fada model 53 / 5F50 Catalin radio in marbleized yellow with a highly marbleized blue grill insert. Wonderful Art Deco model made in 1938 by FADA Radio + Electric Company has a beautiful design and size. This yellow and blue example is all-original and in great condition with a beautiful glossy finish. Blue grill which has taken on a rich greenish-blue patina has intense yellow marbleizing + a beautiful transparency that gives it depth. Catalin cabinet, grill and knobs have no cracks, chips or repairs. This is a great example of an all-original early FADA. The radio measures 7.75" wide by 5.75" high by 4.75" 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.
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Emerson 744B Mid-Century Radio Beige with Maroon Bakelite
Great 1950s Design Radio
Emerson 744B radio in beige with maroon is one of the most unusual and sought after radios of the 1950s, and was available in numerous color combinations. The colored cabinets are made of Plaskon / Bakelite with contrasting styrene plastic grill and knobs. The radical design with its raised dome shaped top and large front half round dial reminds me of the dashboard out of a vintage 1950's automobile. The 'feet' on the bottom of the face of the radio are very fragile and are often found cracked or altogether broken off....this one has intact feet. The cabinet is free of any cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs. The maroon front and knobs are also damage free and original, the 'feet' are intact. Radio retains the manufacturers sticker affixed to the bottom and the original dial pointer with some light paint touch-up. Radio has some light scratches consistent with age and careful use. This great radio would make a great addition to any radio or Mid-Century collection. Radio measures approximately: 11" wide by 9.25" 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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Machine Age Silvertone 'Rocket' 6109 Radio Brown Bakelite
Striking example of 1930's Machine Age design designed by Clarence Karstadt
1938 Silvertone Model 6109 in Marbled Brown Bakelite. This incredible radio is referred to by collectors and design addicts alike as the 'Rocket', and is a particularly striking example of 1930's Machine Age design. Designed at the height of the Art Deco era by Clarence Karstadt, it is clear that it was inspired by the streamlined locomotives of the time. The radio's styling is unsurpassed, and it has been cited in a numerous books and articles as a highlight of the Machine-Age design movement. Even though it was prominently featured in all of the Sears catalogs of the time, it was not a strong seller and is extremely rare and difficult to find. The condition of the radio is as close to perfect as you will be able to find, as this set is very prone to damage and few have survived in this great of a condition. The chassis is heavy and the case is closed on all sides. This design often caused heat build-up and eventual cracking for many of these radios thus limiting their survival. The flawless brown Bakelite cabinet is beautifully marbleized with some lighter shades of brown as can be seen in the photos. Cabinet + trim has no chips, warping or repairs and still retains its original grill cloth and all manufacturers sticker and tags. The matching back or side panel, by which the chassis is removed, is held on only by a single spring and often is missing or broken -- this one is perfect, with no cracks, warping, chips, or repairs. The original large Bakelite tuning dial that takes up the entire end of the radio is perfect with no cracks, chips, burns or repairs and still has the original Bakelite retaining screw also un-cracked. The 6 Bakelite push buttons on top are all original and in great condition as well, call letter papers are exact replacements. Radio measures approximately: 12" Wide by 6.5" High by 6.5" 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.
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Radio-Glo Stained Glass + Chrome Radio in Blue with White - Exceptional
Unique Lite-Up Glass + Chrome Deco Radio from 1936 - All Original
Incredible Radio-Glo in stained glass with chrome + ebonized wood. This seldom seen radio is made of cobalt blue and white 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. 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 chrome + 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 and grill cloth. Beautiful dial has two dark spots. 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 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 currently playing but should vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician.
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Stewart Warner 62T36 Catalin Radio in Black/Dark Green with Yellow
Stunning Highly Swirled Dark Green with Yellow Trim Stewart Warner
Beautiful Stewart Warner 62T36 Catalin Radio in Dark Green/Black with Butterscotch trim. This model is the second largest catalin radio made(second only to the RCA 66X series) + one of only a few Catalins with a shortwave band. The Catalin has a deep shine, original factory gloss, rich color, glow + also has exceptionally striking yellow marbleizing. This beautiful set is in great condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs to the cabinet or trim. All trim pieces are original to the radio. Radio is all-original including the painted dial glass, back panel and bottom paper label. This great radio would make a great addition to any radio or Art Deco collection. This stately radio measures: 13.25" wide x 8" high x 6.5" 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.
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Catalin DeWald Radio 561 'Jewel' in Butterscotch + Raspberry
Uncommon Two-Tone DeWald Model
Catalin DeWald 561 'Jewel or Outline-Grill" Radio in butterscotch with raspberry trim. One of only 3 Catalin radios ever manufactured by DeWald and made in 1939. The butterscotch Catalin has a deep shine + original factory gloss, rich color and glow, which, is highlighted with the contrasting bright raspberry trim. The design of this radio while boxy has numerous Art Deco elements such as the outline grill surrounding the grill slits, semi-circle handle and fluted knobs. This is an uncommon DeWald model to find in any color combination. Radio cabinet has no cracks, chips, hairlines, tube burns or repairs. The raspberry trim is all original with no cracks, or repairs. Gold patterned grill cloth is original to the radio. Dial plastic + decal are exact replacements. Radio and trim have small scratches consistent with careful use + age. This great radio would make a great addition to any radio or Art Deco collection. Radio measures: 9.5" wide x 6.25" high x 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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Striking Black Catalin Emerson 'Aristocrat' Radio - Seldom Seen
Seldom Seen Ebony Catalin Geddes Designed Aristocrat
Rare Black Catalin Emerson 'Aristocrat' Radio model 400 designed in 1940 by industrial designer Norman Bel Geddes. The ebony catalin has faint greenish marbleizing that makes this unusual colored radio stand out. The trim (knobs, handle, grill and pointer) unlike other Aristocrat models is jet black and not brown. This is a seldom seen color combination for this model. Radio cabinet is in perfect condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs. This model's fragile black and ivory tenite/plastic grill, which is prone to deterioration, is original and in beautiful condition. The two black bakelite knobs and handle are original to the radio and also in perfect condition. The Emerson decal and dial plastic are correct replacements. Radio measures approximately: 10.75" wide by 7.25" high by 5.50" 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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Sparton 342 'Easy Goer' Radio Set - Red, Green + Ivory
Seldom Seen 1950s Sparton Radios - All Colors Made
Sparton 'Easy Goer' 300 series complete radio set - bright red, bright green and ivory. This scarce set of polystyrene radios from 1953 has a great bullseye designed grillwork with a silver perforated speaker cover. The symmetrical design is highlighted by the two-tone knobs and stylized Sparton name embossed on the front of the cabinet. These were the only 3 colors manufactured by Sparton for this model. Radios are all original and free of any cracks, chips, burns or repairs to cabinet or trim. Radios have been well taken care of and only show some scratches consistent with age and careful use. Radios measures approximately: 8.75" wide by 6" high by 3.75" deep. These radios are sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete. Radios are 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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Motorola 'Circle Grille' Radio 50XC Catalin in Oatmeal - Striking
Art Deco Streamline Catalin Motorola Circle-Grille Radio
Catalin Motorola 'Circle-Grille' Model 50-XC-3 radio in highly marbleized oatmeal with patina'd oatmeal catalin trim. The Motorola 50XC is a magnificent, exquisitely crafted Art Deco radio manufactured in 1940 by Motorola Radio. This radio is also known to collectors as the 'Circle Grille'. This Motorola design is considered one of the most appealing sets of its time beautifully designed in the Art Deco Style. This example is one of the nicest I have had, the strong oatmeal color combined with the highly marbleized cabinet and trim makes it stand out from others. The Catalin has a deep shine that makes its oatmeal color glow + show off exceptionally striking brown, clear, and white marbleizing. The details are unique with its round Catalin speaker bezel, scalloped handle, and hexagonal knobs. The cabinet features streamlined ridges that stretch around the case bringing all the elements together. The golden dial face is also decorated with deco numerals and sunburst designs that emanate from a red plastic dial pointer with the letter "M" cast in to it. This radio's beautiful catalin cabinet is in perfect original condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns, or repairs. The radio retains its original oatmeal catalin trim with no cracks, chips or repairs. Radio has been polished back to its factory original oatmeal color from it's oxidized pumpkin coloring, trim was left alone to add contrast to an exceptional radio. The grill cloth is original to the radio + has no tears or stains with only a small amount of wear consistent with age. Cardboard back panel is original to the radio. Dial plastic cover is a correct replacement. This radio measures approximately: 9.5" wide by 5.75" high by 5.5" 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.
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Tom Thumb 'Deco' Catalin Radio in Nile Green
Rarely Seen Art Deco Design Nile Green Catalin Radio
Nile Green Deco Tom Thumb Catalin radio made in the late 1930s by the Automatic Radio Mfg. Co. This original marbleized Nile Green color on this radio is breathtaking and is rare to find. The 900 series of Tom Thumbs is known to collectors as the 'Deco' model and is considered to be one of the top catalin radios to be found. The Tom Thumb name is a perfect fit for this radio - as it is one of the smallest radios made of catalin. This model has a design that is unique with the deco grill cutouts, asymmetrical design, and vertical dial scale with center knob. This beautifully marbleized Nile Green example is all original + in great condition with a beautiful glossy finish. Catalin cabinet has no cracks, chips, or repairs. The original matching Nile Green catalin knobs have great marbleizing and are free of damage. Radio retains the ivory painted stripes that wrap around the cabinet and original gold grill cloth in beautiful condition only showing some minor wear. Water-slide decal and dial plastic are correct replacements. This is a great example of an all original early + rare 'Deco' Tom Thumb catalin radio. This small radio measures approximately: 7.65" wide by 5" high by 3.75" 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.
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Tom Thumb 'Deco' Orchid Pink Catalin Radio - Rare Color + Design
Seldom Seen Art Deco Design Small Radio
Deco Tom Thumb Catalin radio made in the late 1930s by the Automatic Radio Mfg. Co in Orchid Pink. This original marbleized Orchid Pink color on this radio is breathtaking and is exceedingly rare. The 900 series of Tom Thumbs is known to collectors as the 'Deco Model' and is considered to be one of the top catalin radios to be found. The Tom Thumb name is a perfect fit for this radio - as it is one of the smallest radios made of catalin. This model has a design that is unique with the deco grill cutouts, asymmetrical design, and vertical dial scale with center knob. This beautifully marbleized orchid pink example is all original + in great condition with a beautiful glossy finish. Catalin cabinet has no chips or repairs; however it does have a hairline crack as seen on the photos. Radio has the common tube burn found on Tom Thumbs due to small size of the radio. The butterscotch catalin knobs have nice marbleizing with no damage, these were machined from catalin years ago and are exact replacements. Radio retains the white painted stripes that wrap around the cabinet. Radio has the original gold grill cloth in beautiful condition. Water-slide decal and dial plastic are correct replacements. This is a great example of an all original early + rare 'Deco' Tom Thumb catalin radio. This small radio measures approximately: 7.65" wide by 5" high by 3.75" 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.
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Garod 1450 Catalin 'Peak-Top' Radio in Yellow + Red
1940 Garod Model in Beautiul Color Combination
Seldom seen Garod 1450 'Peak-Top' Catalin radio in light yellow with bright red marbleized trim. This original radio and is just a stunning example of this Garod model. The light yellow cabinet is set off by the contrasting marbleized red Catalin trim. 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, tube burns or repairs to the catalin cabinet or trim. Radio Cabinet has on the inside bottom rear left back rail (back panel retaining hole) a small chip that can not be seen when displayed; included but not shown is a replacement back panel. Knobs have been machined from original catalin to the exact specs as original. The radio retains its original textured gold grill cloth which has no tears with only a small amount of staining. Water-slide decal + dial plastic are correct replacements.The Catalin cabinet has taken on a beautiful and even light yellow patina after having been cut/polished back to the original alabaster color years ago. 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.
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General Electric L-573 Catalin Radio in Translucent Tortoise with Maroon
Great Translucent General Electric Catalin Radio
General Electric L-573 Catalin radio in translucent marbleized reddish-tortoise with maroon trim. The L-570 series made in 1941 is one of only two Catalin radios ever manufactured by General Electric. The design of this radio while boxy has numerous Art Deco elements such as the insert louvered grill and semi-circle handle. The catalin has a deep shine + gloss, rich color, glow, exceptionally striking translucency and luminosity. This great radio would make a great addition to any radio or Art Deco collection. This beautiful set is in in great condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs to cabinet or original maroon trim. Radio retains the original bright painted dial, bottom paper label and back panel. Radio measures: 9.5" wide x 6.25" high x 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.