Cost of a Television Set in 1950

Ever wonder how much a TV cost in 1950s America? Well, here’s a frame grab from an ad that came on during an April, 1950 episode of Your Show of Shows starring Imogene Coca and Sid Caesar. $299.50! Given that’s nearly 70 years ago, it sure seems a lot!

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