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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.

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