1950's Retro Vintage BELL Blue Bakelite Valve Radio


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Condition:	Used	Era:	1950s
Brand:	BELL

***Fantastic Retro Vintage Bell Blue Bakelite Valve Radio***

this amazing BELL valve radio is in excellent original used condition & a superb example of this highly collectable & popular model

rare & simply stunning blue bakelite case

eyecatching multi-coloured glass tuning dial featuring the famous Bell Radio 'ringing bells' logo

contrasting white tuning knobs

striking retro colours & classic 50's streamlined design

attractive multi-louvred bakelite grill

in working order...fully serviced & ready to enjoy

a superb example of this very popular & classic 50's radio that is simply ready to enjoy...do not miss out...this is a must have

measuring...28cm long...17cm high...15cm deep ( approx )

PLEASE NOTE...before listing i plugged the radio in & switched it on...the dial & valves inside all lit up...&...within about 40seconds ( warm up time ) it was working with great sound...i was able to tune in 7 or so local stations which no doubt could be improved with a better/newer aerial ( which is very easy & cheap to fit by any electrical technician ) as reception varies greatly from location to location...PLEASE REMEMBER though that this is an old electrical item & i can give no guarantees as to its continued working condition...most vintage radios are now used simply for their display appeal & i would also advise that if it were to be used regularly that it be checked over by a professional to ensure 100% safety ( as should all vintage electrical items )

CONDITION...the radio is in great condition...it is complete with the...dial...tuning knobs...speaker grill...cord & plug all present & in great condition...

the case is fantastic for its age & has been professionally polished/cleaned...it has no chips, cracks or repairs & the fantastic blue bakelite retains its original beautiful soft lustre...

overall this radio displays just superbly & would be a perfect addition to any collection or retro home...especially in a retro themed kitchen or lounge...also don't forget to buy your very own copy of the new & exciting book on bakelite radios RADIO DAYS ( which is shown in picture 12 & not included in this auction ) but can be purchased by simply Checking out my other items! please read below for more details

.....................................................RADIO DAYS.....................................................

Finally, this is the book that bakelite radio collectors have been waiting for...it is beautiful, comprehensive, professionally produced and affordable.

From 1932 to 1954...see all the models and all the sets in all their amazing colours. RADIO DAYS is a lavishly produced, beautifully presented 264 page hardcover book displaying over 400 radios in high quality photographs. There are 25 pages of text plus rare advertisements and memorabilia which complement the history of the bakelite radio in Australia.

For the first time the major collectors in Australia brought their radios together to ensure all the models and all the variations could be properly photographed and presented together in this unique reference book.

Bakelite radios are now recognised for their art deco styling and having a significant role in Australia’s history of industrial design, consumer marketing and mass production.

RADIO DAYS is a unique photographic history of Australian bakelite radios and will become the standard reference for collectors.

The book can be purchased now by simply Checking out my other items!

The authors are bakelite radio collectors and the quality of the book and the price reflect their objective to highlight the charms of these wonderful domestic appliances of yesterday and give fellow collectors a book all can be proud of. At $89.99 plus postage and packing this is amazing value.

A deluxe limited edition of 100 copies will also be available. Each is individually numbered and signed by the authors. It has a special cloth cover and a slipcase and comes with a limited edition A2 poster of all the models. At $330.00 plus P&P this is an investment for the serious collector...this too will be available via eBay...

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POSTAGE TO BE PAID BY THE BUYER WILL BE DETERMINED AT THE END WHEN THE FINAL PRICE & POSTAGE LOCATION IS KNOWN...EMAIL ME WITH YOUR POSTCODE OR COUNTRY IF YOU WOULD LIKE POSTAGE COSTS BEFORE BIDDING

ALL ITEMS WILL BE SENT REGISTERED & INSURED...NO EXCEPTIONS...SO PLEASE DO NOT ASK

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CONTACT & PAYMENT IN FULL IS TO BE MADE WITHIN 7 DAYS OF THE AUCTIONS END

IN AUSTRALIA:

BANK DEPOSIT IS MY PREFERRED PAYMENT METHOD as this clears fast & means i post your item quicker.....PAYPAL, BANK CHEQUE OR MONEY ORDER ARE ALL HAPPILY ACCEPTED.....however these methods are subject to longer clearence times/periods & simply mean it may take you longer to get your item

FOR OVERSEAS BUYERS:

CHEQUES / MONEY ORDERS IN AUSTRALIAN DOLLARS ( i do not accept cheques/money order in other currencies ) & PAYPAL ARE MY ONLY METHODS OF PAYMENT FOR OVERSEAS BUYERS

PICK-UP:

PICK-UP & PAYMENT IS ALSO MOST WELCOME from Brighton-Le-Sands N.S.W ( next to Sydney Airport )

PLEASE LOOK AT THE PICTURES BELOW...I AM NO EXPERT & HAVE DESCRIBED THE RADIO TO THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE...PLEASE ASK ALL QUESTIONS BEFORE BIDDING & I WILL HAPPILY ANSWER A.S.A.P...

*****...A Fantastic Display Piece For The Collector Or Radio Enthusiast...*****

Questions and answers about this item

Q: Good day to you, Could you please tell me how much postage would be to 4059? Many thanks.
A: Hi & thanks for your question, post & pack via REGISTERED & INSURED POST to 4059 will be $30.90...This includes insurance up to $500.00. If the radio sells for more then additional insurance will be payable &... Continue reading

07 Nov, 2009

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Item location: Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

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Payment by bank deposit, money order,cash on pick up, paypal....OVERSEAS BUYERS PLEASE USE PAYPAL. Postage to be paid by the buyer will be determined at the end. Email me with your postcode OR country if you would like a postage quote before bidding. ALL items are also available for pick up in Brighton Le Sands NSW ( next to Sydney Airport ). ALL items will be sent via REGISTERED POST.

Fully Working...A Fantastic Retro Display Piece