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RCA Victor model 5T wood cabinet radio receiver

Object Details

Description (Brief)
A tombstone-style radio receiver with "Standard Broadcast" (55 thru 180 KHz) and "Short Wave" (1.8 thru 6 MHz) reception. Wooden cabinet with chassis and speaker installed. Open back. Power cord is not original to the piece.
Location
Currently not on view
Data Source
National Museum of American History
maker
RCA Victor
Date made
about 1934
Credit Line
from Mrs. Fischella Smith
Measurements
overall: 46.5 cm x 22.2 cm x 33.4 cm; 18 5/16 in x 8 3/4 in x 13 1/8 in
Object Name
Radio
radio receiver
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