Miniature spark transmitter for lifeboat, made by F.L.W. Dean

Made:
Cardiff
Miniature spark transmitter for lifeboat, made by F.L.W. Dean

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Miniature spark transmitter for lifeboat, made by F.L.W. Dean
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Miniature spark transmitter for lifeboat, made by F.L.W. Dean

In the 1920s Frank L.W. Dean and his brother ran a retail wireless business in Cardiff, South Wales. In their workshop they designed and made a range of miniature radios at a time when most sets were large and sprawling. Though cleverly constructed and well marketed, they were fairly expensive, and few were sold.

Details

Category:
Radio Communication
Object Number:
1977-635
type:
radio transmitter
credit:
Dean, F.L.W.