1962 Sony Micro-TV & National Geographic Vintage Advertisement – “Hold the Future in Your Hand” – Mounted Retro Tech & Book Ad

Description

Description:

This original 1962 vintage advertisement is a rare double-feature gem showcasing the cutting-edge Sony Micro-TV and two captivating book offerings from National Geographic.

Sony Ad Highlights:

Promoted as “Television of the Seventies,” this ad introduces the revolutionary Sony Micro-TV, a portable marvel that weighs only 8 lbs. With its epitaxial transistors and direct-view screen, this pocket-sized television was marketed for use anywhere—by your bed, in your car, or even on a boat. A true symbol of futuristic innovation in 1962.

• Tagline: “Hold the future in your hand with SONY”

• Product Featured: Sony Micro-TV

• Price in 1962: $229.95

• Company: Sony Corp. of America, 514 Broadway, New York

National Geographic Feature:

Beneath the Sony ad, two National Geographic publications are advertised:

• “Indians of the Americas” – 432 pages with over 262 color paintings and photographs.

• “Everyday Life in Ancient Times” – 356 pages exploring the lives of ancient civilizations such as Egypt, Greece, Mesopotamia, and Rome with 120 images.

• Publisher: National Geographic Society, Washington, D.C.

• Prices in 1962: $7.50 for “Indians of the Americas”, $6.00 for “Everyday Life in Ancient Times”

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Additional Details:

• Published: 1962

• Mounting: Securely mounted on black cardboard

• Size: Approximately 17 x 24 cm

• Print Style: Black and white with grayscale halftones and sharp typography

• Artist: Uncredited (common for mid-century tech ads)

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Condition Note:

This is a genuine 1962 original print, not a reprint. It has been professionally mounted for preservation. Due to age, there may be minor signs of wear such as slight yellowing, faint creases, or subtle edge wear—common characteristics of authentic vintage prints that enhance their historical charm.