{"product_id":"antique-high-impedance-radio-headphones-from-western-electric-d173014-1920s-1930s-collectibles-antiques-electronics-bakelite-steel-cloth-antique-headphones-steampunk-industrial-antique-vintage-black-silver-tan-antique","title":"Antique High-Impedance Radio Headphones from Western Electric: D173014 - 1920s-1930s Collectibles, Antiques, Electronics (Bakelite, Steel, Cloth Antique Headphones, Steampunk, Industrial, Antique, Vintage, Black, Silver, Tan, antique)","description":"\u003cp\u003eAntique High-Impedance Radio Headphones from Western Electric: D173014 - 1920s-1930s Collectibles, Antiques, Electronics (Bakelite, Steel, Cloth Antique Headphones, Steampunk, Industrial, Antique, Vintage, Black, Silver, Tan, antique)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eModel: Sound powered headset with balanced armature D173014 - Western Electric Company Inc. The \"Navy-type headset\" D173014 as produced during WWII. Each headset has a capsule D173012 for 600 ohm impedance. Sound powered headset with balanced armature are very sensitive. An alternate view of a pair of antique radio headphones, showing the Bakelite earpieces and the dual steel headband structure. The braided cloth cord is wrapped neatly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReview:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a genuine artifact from the early days of radio broadcasting. It's a perfect decorative item for a study, office, or collection, embodying the ingenuity and aesthetic of the 1920s-30s.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe item has high collectible value due to its age and historical significance. It represents a key period in the development of consumer technology. Its condition (grade) and specific manufacturer (rarity) determine its precise value to collectors.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEarly assembly of mechanical and electrical components\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEarly \"over-the-head\" design\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e350\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e50\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eantique headphones, vintage radio headset, 1920s headphones, crystal radio headphones, steampunk decor\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eantique, headphones, radio, vintage, Bakelite\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAll photographs are of this specific item (no stock photographs) and represent the specific item that will be shipped with your purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlease reach out and message me if you have any questions about this item or would like additional information or photos. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe product is pre-owned (second-hand) or has been modified from the original condition as sold by the manufacturer. For example, the product shows wear or has been used before, the original packaging has been opened or is missing, or the product has been customized, repackaged, autographed, or otherwise modified from its original state.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnless otherwise explicitly stated in the description, the product is untested and operational status is unknown. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Merritt Island Curios","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44421893816406,"sku":"sku-45461067399358","price":57.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/0434\/8758\/files\/PXL_20251003_161719376_7d7431a5-9dae-47b7-b710-61e23fc9a3db.jpg?v=1775639385","url":"https:\/\/dudley-shop-2.myshopify.com\/products\/antique-high-impedance-radio-headphones-from-western-electric-d173014-1920s-1930s-collectibles-antiques-electronics-bakelite-steel-cloth-antique-headphones-steampunk-industrial-antique-vintage-black-silver-tan-antique","provider":"Dudley shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}