Historical information

This is a radiolette that was manufactured in 1935 by Amalgamated Wireless (Australasia) Ltd (AWA). It is the R29 model, designed in the shape of the Empire State building and the AWA building in Sydney. Originally it was sold for around 16 guineas (£16.8) upon release.

Physical description

Square illuminated tuning dial, with two control knobs below. Designed in a skyscraper-style shape.

Inscriptions & markings

Front: Missing 'THE FISK / RADIOLETTE / AWA'
Back: The Serial Number is depicted 'A0008458'. Above is the model number 'R29/'. A label below reads 'No. 5 This instrument was manufactured under and license granted by AUSTRALIAN RADIO TECHNICAL SERVICES AND PATENTS COMPANY LIMITED, in respect of patents controlled by it for the reception in as may from time to time be administered under mandate by the said Commonwealth of sound broadcast by the wireless but only for private use and not for operation for any public or commercial or revenue-earning purposes. / N.B — A Post Office License is necessary.' Stamped underneath is 'B 4440'. Patent label on back lists 21 Australian patents from 1919 to 1932 incorporated into design, and a similar number of New Zealand patents from 1919 to 1932. Above are two labels that are a warning and a caution.