History of the manufacturer
Aeolian (brand), Cordery, Wells & Co. Ltd.; Christchurch
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| Name: | Aeolian (brand), Cordery, Wells & Co. Ltd.; Christchurch (NZ) |
| Abbreviation: | cordery |
| Products: | Model types |
| Summary: |
Cordery, Wells & Co. Ltd. Brand: Aeolian Traded as a musical instrument and radio retailer. The Australian radios sold were the Aeolian brand manufactured by Briton Electrical & Radio Company and Radiola by AWA. |
| Founded: | 1932 |
| History: |
The company was registered in October 1932.[1] [1] Star (NZ) Oct 29,1932, Page 14. |
This manufacturer was suggested by Gary Cowans.
Some models:
| Country | Year | Name | 1st Tube | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NZ | 36 | Aeolian | Made in Australia by Briton Electrical & Radio Company | |
| NZ | 37 | Aeolian All-wave Chest Model | 7 valve all wave radio in a chest cabinet. Available in a Walnut or Ebony & Chromium ... | |
| NZ | 37 | Aeolian Dual-wave Mantel | 7 valve dual wave radio in a mantel cabinet. Selling for £17/10/- in May 1939. Ma... | |
| NZ | 37 | Aeolian Console | 5 valve superhet in a ribbed veneer consol cabinet. Selling for 14GNS in May 1... | |
| NZ | 37 | Aeolian All-wave Radiogram | 7 valve radiogram. Selling for £36/10/- in May 1939. Made in Australia by Briton Ele... |
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Further details for this manufacturer by the members (rmfiorg):
[1] The company was registered in October 1932. Star (NZ) Oct 29,1932, Page 14. Image sourced & downloaded from Paperpast -National Library of New Zealand
Aeleon radios made in Australia by Briton Electrical. Radio Trade Annual(Aust.) 1936, page 319. Image sourced from Trove – National Library of Australia
Press (NZ) May 22, 1939, Page 7. Image sourced & downloaded from Paperpast -National Library of New Zealand
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