With three highly radioactive ore samples, a cloud chamber, an electroscope, a Geiger counter, a comic and a couple of manuals (including “Dagwood Splits the Atom“), including one on how to search for uranium, the truth is that the Gilbert U-238 Atomic laboratory wins street to our beloved. It’s Gilbert U-238 Atomic Energy Lab (1950-1951).

It was seen on sale in the United States between 1951 and 1952, although the manufacturer claimed its high price and sophistication as reasons for early withdrawal.

At present it seems that a complete set and in good condition may cost about $ 5000, something like 100 times its original price.

We notice that the rules for a toy that could go on the market were somewhat more relaxed at that time than at present.

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Making yourself glow in the dark – the Gilbert U-238 Atomic Energy lab

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1. Gadget Name » Atomic Energy Laboratory for children (1950-1951) says:

   March 25, 2009 at 11:10 pm

   [...] Gilbert U-238 Atomic Energy Lab called was a pretty advanced game for its time (only sold in 1950-1951) and indeed also expensive, $ 50 thereafter. [...]

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