What kind of vintage radio is worth the least?
A. Probably, late 1950s/early 60s radiograms. Their comparative ‘newness’, their bulk and the difficulty of obtaining stylii for the cartridges, especially the monophonic types (which will damage stereo LPs unless they are of the compliant, so – called ‘stereo compatible’ variety) make them less attractive for the collector, especially where he/she has a modern home with limited space. The often fitted spindly legs, ungainly 1960s design, cost-saving finish and cheap plastic trim of many of the products in this category reduce the value still further.
A. Probably, late 1950s/early 60s radiograms. Their comparative ‘newness’, their bulk and the difficulty of obtaining stylii (needles) for the cartridges, especially the monophonic types (which will damage stereo LPs unless they are of the compliant, so – called ‘stereo compatible’ variety) make them less attractive for the collector, especially where he/she has a modern home with limited space. The often fitted spindly legs, ungainly 1960s design, cost-saving finish and cheap plastic trim of many of the products in this category reduce the value still further.
