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What are old radios called?
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There are a few different types of old radios. They are the crystal radios, the Tuned Radio Frequency set made by RCA and the transistor radio which is a small portable radio. The most rare of these radios is called the Zenith radio, and there are only about 50 left in the world. You’ll find a collection of vintage radios from many of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Antique William and Mary Style Walnut Small Radio Cabinet by Radio Art Cabinets
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Antique William and Mary Style Carved Walnut Small Radio Cabinet by Radio Art Cabinets. Circa Early
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Early 20th Century Unknown William and Mary Cabinets
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Walnut
Zenith Console Radio Model 9-S-262
By Radiobar Corp. and Philco
Located in Fulton, CA
A Philco Model 9-S-262 console radio with multiple band dial. Circa. 1938. All electrical
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Musical Instruments
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Walnut
Grandfather Clock Radio by Silvertone, Circa 1931
By Silvertone
Located in Fulton, CA
Scarce, Silvertone clock radio. Made by the Colonial Radio Company in 1931 and retailed under the
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Historical Memorabilia
Materials
Steel
Vase Schneider (Design Radio), Sign: France, 1928
By Charles Schneider
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Vase Sign: Schneider France
Schneider
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Glass
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Vintage Grundig RF 630 Radio, Germany, 1990's
By Grundig
Located in Praha, CZ
Vintage Grundig RF 630 radio, made in Germany, in the 1990's.
Made of plastic, metal and bakelite
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Early 20th Century Mid-Century Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
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Metal
Art Deco Radio by American Bosch Circa, 1935
Located in Fulton, CA
Classic Art Deco AM radio by United American Bosch (Magnito Corporation) Springfield Mass. circa
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Musical Instruments
Materials
Steel