The 'Stella' brand was introduced in NZ in around 1934.
'Stella' branded equipment was manufactured by Radio Corporation of New Zealand Ltd,
they were distributed by Cory-Wright & Salmon Ltd.
Currently there are 16 documented models.
Some later models after the 37 clearout at RCNZ made by C&B
Also seen, advertising saying "Stella Radio - A Star for Every Station"
| IMAGE | YEAR | MODEL CODE | VALVES | BANDS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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1934 | Stella model 6A | 6 | Broadcast |
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1935 | Stella model 15 | 5 | Broadcast |
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1935 | Stella model 5D 'Polaris' | 5 | Dual Wave |
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1936 | Stella model 18 | 6 (+ eye on some) | Dual Wave |
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1936 | Stella model 21 | 6 | Dual Wave |
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1936 | Stella model 5B1 | 5 | Broadcast |
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1937 | Stella model 24 'Argo' | 5 + eye | Broadcast |
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1937 | Stella model 25 'Argo' | 5 (+ eye on some) | Dual Wave |
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1937 | Stella model 38 'Aquila' | 6 + eye | All Wave |
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1937 | Stella model 38 'De Luxe Dorado' | 6 + eye | All Wave |
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1938 | Stella model 6CV 'Portable' | 6 | Dual Wave |
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1938ish | Stella model S12 'Argo' | 5 | Broadcast |
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1938ish | Stella model S3 'Astra' | 6 + magic eye | Dual Wave |
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1939ish | Stella model S14 | 7 + eye | All Wave |
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1940 | Stella model S16 'Portable' | 5 | Broadcast |
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1940ish | Stella model S8 'Polaris' | 7 + magic eye | All Wave |
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