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c. 1950 Salesman Sample Dahlberg Coin-Op Pillow Radio in Case

$2,790
£2,124.53
€2,446.34
CA$3,953.68
A$4,252.74
CHF 2,272.79
MX$50,127.73
NOK 28,654.55
SEK 26,195.70
DKK 18,278.25

About the Item

c. 1950s; The Dahlberg Co. - Minneapolis, MN This example retains its matching Dahlberg pillow speaker and comes stored in a fitted carrying case, an uncommon configuration compared to wall-mount units. This mid-century Dahlberg coin-op radio was produced for hotels, hospitals, and motels offering timed, private listening through the brand's signature pillow speaker. Housed in a glossy cream Bakelite shell with streamline detailing, the unit features the classic dome-top coin mechanism labeled "Deposit 1 to 5 Dimes", red dial and volume wheels, and a horizontal station readout typical of postwar commercial radios. When activated, the built-in timer powered the radio for a set period, sending sound exclusively through the small under-pillow transducer-an early solution for quiet, individualized audio in shared or sensitive environments. This piece may be a salesman sample radio given its carrying case.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 11 in (27.94 cm)Width: 15 in (38.1 cm)Depth: 7 in (17.78 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Bakelite,Plastic
  • Place of Origin:
    United States
  • Period:
    Mid-20th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    c. 1950s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. The plastics display expected surface wear from age and use, and the case shows patina to its hardware and covering.
  • Seller Location:
    Dekalb, IL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 180421stDibs: LU10033248196822

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