RARE Original Metrodyne Egyptian Revival Super-Seven Tube Table Radio

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RARE Metrodyne EgyptianRevival Super-Seven Tube Table Radio Item Description: Up for auction is a stunning vintage Metrodyne Super-Seven tube radio manufactured in 1926 by the Metro Electric Company of Chicago, IL. This is the highly sought after Egyptian Revival model with a decorated Bakelite front panel and 24 karat gold-plated metal escutcheons. The radio features single-dial ganged tuning with four variable capacitors, and four green basket-weave coils. The radio is completely original and in unrestored condition. The seven globe tubes were all tested on an Eico Model 667 transconductance tube tester where greater than 80 is a "good " tube, and less than 60 is a "bad" tube. From left to right the tubes measured: 107, 111, 35, 0, 112, 97 (leakage), and 119. This is a battery-operated set which requires a 5, 45, 135, and -6 volt battery . Due to the need for batteries and the "bad" tubes, this radio was not able to be tested. Overall the radio measures approximately 27" x 9" x 10". Item Condition: The overall condition of the radio is excellent. The cabinet is made of wood and it is original with no structural damage and the finish is original with no flaws outside of standard wear to include corner, edge, and light surface wear. The front panel is exquisite with a mirror-like shine and the Egyptian design displays practically no wear or loss of color. The metal components display all of their 24 karat gold plating with no loss that I see, and all of the dials and equalizers function and are original. The chassis appears to be all original. The four tuning capacitors appear to be in good condition with no cracks or deterioration. One of the audio transformer ID tags has a crack in the middle, and there is light surface rust on a few of the metal components. This is by far, one of the most exquisite radios that I have ever sold at auction, and it would make a showpiece for any radio collector. Please be sure to check out my other auctions for more great items! Thank you for your interest in our auctions! We are always looking to purchase quality antique and decorative items. Please contact us if you have any items you are interested in selling . Mission Statement: We will consistently strive to bring authentic antique, vintage, and collectible items to the market, by purchasing high-quality merchandise for resale, representing the item accurately, and conducting ethical business practices in order to establish trust with reputable buyers who command the highest quality goods for the premium prices they pay. Auction Terms: Upon close of the auction, the winning bidder is responsible for sending an invoice request, or paying directly through PayPal using the checkout option. Payment Information: Payment must be received within seven days upon close of the auction. If payment is not received within seven days, an unpaid item dispute will be opened through E-bay to protect ourselves from non-paying bidders. We are a licensed Pennsylvania Sales Tax vendor and must collect sales tax from any buyer who resides within Pennsylvania. If you have a valid sales tax id number, please provide this number at the time of the sale and we will gladly remove this additional tax. Shipping Information: We use a dedicated professional shipper for most of our items, because we want your items to arrive safely and well packed. Please take into account shipping charges when you purchase one of our items. Our shipper charges for the box, packaging materials, time invested in packaging your item, and exact delivery costs. We will combine shipping if you purchase multiple items from us. We only use United States Postal Service and United Parcel Service for delivery of our packages. The shipping charge that is quoted is based upon current shipping rates, the weight of your item, and the zip code where the package is being delivered. Please note that a handling fee is included with your shipping quote. A great deal of time and mileage is spent acquiring quality items to bring to... read more

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