Preliminary identification
Photo reference
1 uploaded photo
Overview
A classic example of late-millennium consumer electronics, this GE dual alarm clock features a sleek, aerodynamic 'jellybean' aesthetic typical of the era. It combines a digital LED display with an analog AM/FM tuner, representing the final bridge between tactile mechanical controls and fully digital interfaces.
Story
In the late 90s, GE dominated the American bedside table. This model was designed for the busy dual-income household, allowing two different wake times. It is a survivor of the era before smartphones replaced the dedicated alarm.
Maker / Origin
General Electric's consumer electronics division was a household staple for decades before the brand's licensing shifted to Thomson SA. GE radios were known for their 'Superadio' heritage, emphasizing reception quality and utilitarian durability that lasted for years.
Condition & Value
The exterior plastic shows light surface dust but no major scuffs or 'meltdown' typical of soft-touch plastics from this era. The printing on the buttons remains crisp, which significantly helps the value. Working condition is the primary value driver. Value is driven by nostalgia and the 'Lo-Fi' aesthetic movement.
Full Research
Sold comps, value drivers, and venue guidance pulled from recent auction results.
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Comparable demand stays strongest where maker, originality, and venue confidence line up. Broader examples still trade, but the range tightens quickly when provenance, condition, or selling lane fit is missing.
Best Venue
Specialty auction or a focused dealer with buyers already in this lane.
Signed example with light edge wear and original frame.
Comparable format with stronger provenance and cleaner surface.
Smaller related piece with visible craquelure and trimmed margins.
Period match with softer condition and weaker subject matter.
Close market lane comp with similar material and presentation.