Garod Radio Corporation (American, est. 1920) 'Drop Handle' Model 1B55L Radio, 1940 Maroon and yellow catalin 6-3/4 x 11-1/2 x 6-1/8 inches (17.1 x 29.2 x 15.6 cm) Applied paper label to underside LITERATURE: J. Sideli, Classic Plastic Radios of the 1930s and 1940s, E.P. Dutton, 1990, p. 90-91 (model illustrated). Property from an Important New York Collection of Art Deco Radios HID03101062020 © 2022 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved

Rare model 1B55L in deep maroon with yellow ribbed grille. In excellent vintage condition. Yellow catalin with attractive orange patina. Minor handling wear. No hairlines or significant losses observed. Heritage does not guarantee the completeness or working order of electronic mechanisms. Please see additional condition images at this Smugmug link: https://hadecart.smugmug.com/8122/8122-Radios Heritage Auctions strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Heritage regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only And should Not be relied upon as statements of fact, And do Not constitute a representation, warranty, Or assumption of liability by Heritage. All lots offered are sold "As Is"

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