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1970s Orange and White Circular Plastic Desk Tidy / Pen Holder

Jon Nix — Mon, 31 Jul 2023 11:50:30 +0000

Who doesn't like a desk tidy? We certainly like them, and this one is a nice example of the sort, made in Hong Kong and dating from the 1970s. It's a circular plastic tidy which has a diameter of about 13cm and a height of 5.5cm, with four compartments in the body which pull out on single hinges, four tray sections on top, and a central pen holder. Typically orange and white colours (though the white is somewhat cream now), this makes a pleasing addition to a desktop. Please note, pens, pencils, rubber bands, etc., pictured are not included.

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Vintage Funky “Tote-A-Tone” Portable AM Radio

Jon Nix — Wed, 26 Feb 2020 22:00:20 +0000

Looking rather like a plastic discus with a surprised face on it or a steamrollered Panasonic "Panapet" (R-70), this portable AM radio has groovy written all over it. It doesn't, of course, but the shape, the font in the sticker, the red and orange colour scheme, and the arrangement of the speaker and control dials, all adds up to a peculiarly groovy item, and moreover one which is designed to be "worn" over the shoulder so you can take your tones with you (ahem).

The radio works - although a bit crackly - and takes two "AA" batteries - you just unscrew the two halves to reveal the inside and the battery compartment. The plastic strap is affixed to the metal belt which surrounds the orange housing via a "D" ring, which is not original but which works perfectly. It and the strap can be removed if necessary, the latter by unscrewing the red closure which holds the belt in place.

The radio measures approximately 13cm in diameter with a depth of 6cm (approx. 5 in. and 2¼ in. respectively), and the strap is approximately 122cm (48 in.) in total length. In very good condition with only extremely minimal superficial signs of age and use.

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Sky Blue Worcesterware Drinks Tea Tray with Geometric Green and Gold Design

Jon Nix — Sun, 05 Aug 2018 17:30:37 +0000

Yes, it's very sky blue. Yes, it's kind of psychedelic and trippy in design. Yes, it was probably made in the 1970s. This round Worcesterware drinks or serving tray is is in very good shape, with some scratching to the underside which is to be expected for this kind of item but a very good and clean surface. The tray doesn't suffer from any denting or deformations, although it could be argued that it suffers from its decade of manufacture.

The tray measures 30cm (12.in) in diameter and is approximately 3cm (1¼ in.) deep.

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Late 1960s/early 1970s Floral Metal Drinks Tray (attributed to Pat Albeck)

Jon Nix — Fri, 13 Jul 2018 12:56:01 +0000

Attributed to Pat Albeck and made by Worcester Ware, these colourful round drinks trays have a bright orange-red ground with abstracted floral design in yellow, blue and green. These were originally sold through Tesco which helps us to date them firmly to 1969-71: the price label underneath each tray has a pre-decimalisation and post-decimalisation cost indicating their age almost precisely, most likely to 1970 or early 1971 (after that date the post-decimalisation cost appeared before the "old money" price.)

The trays are in used vintage condition, but are generally very good. Expect some wear and tear (minor dints and scrapes and the odd patch of rust which varies from tray to tray) but also expect to be thrown back to 1970 with some force by their vivid design and styling, whether you use them for their intended purpose or indeed just for decoration!

The trays have a diameter of 30cm (12 in.) and a depth of 3cm (1¼ in.)

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