Zenith Royal portable transistor
1958

Zenith Royal portable transistor
1958
- NFSA IDJY1W2MWT
- TypeObjects
- MediumArtefact
- FormStill Image
- Year1958
American-made Zenith portable transistor radios were among the most popular of their era, their rise coinciding with the birth of rock’n’roll.
The Royal 500D features a stylish design with a support bar for upright positioning, and is powered by four AA batteries.
American-made Zenith portable transistor radios were among the most popular of their era, their rise coinciding with the birth of rock’n’roll.
The Royal 500D features a stylish design with a support bar for upright positioning, and is powered by four AA batteries.
- NFSA IDJY1W2MWT
- TypeObjects
- MediumArtefact
- FormStill Image
- Year1958
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