Sold at Austin Auction Gallery
Scarce British Edison Bell Table Top Radio, Late 1920'S, Needs Batteries
- Price realized
- $98
- Pre-sale estimate
- $100 – $200
- Hammer price
- $80
- Category
- Musical Instruments & Equipment
- Sold
- January 17, 2026
- Sale
- DAY 2- JANUARY 2026 NEW YEAR, NEW TREASURES AUCTION
Lot description
British Edison Bell Table Top Radio, London, c. 1924-1926, originally battery powered but now lacks batteries, the oak case with two doors at front opening to controls including tuning, reaction, aerial, earth, rheostat, phones, the case top lifts to reveal the chassis with two vacuum tubes and other parts, an internal tag states "Post Office License Required", two sides of the case with external plugs for speakers, outside battery, etc., several new wires on the chassis were likely used to provide power, for shipping approx. 8.75"h, 13"w, 11.75"d, 13.75lbs
This lot sold at a past Austin Auction Gallery sale. Prices realized include the buyer's premium and are provided for research only — they are not an appraisal or a guarantee of future value.