Vintage 1946 NOMA Christmas String Lights 15 Original WORKING Bulbs Original Box

Rare vintage 1946 NOMA 15-Light Decorative Outfit featuring original Mazda C6 bulbs in their complete illustrated box. This early post-war NOMA set introduced the “Each Lamp Burns Independently” innovation — no more losing the whole strand when one bulb goes out. This set includes 15 multicolor Mazda bulbs (blue, yellow, green, red, orange), all tested and working, with the signature cord and black Bakelite-style sockets. The original cardboard insert and box lid are intact, showing rich mid-century graphics and pricing notes from a 1940s retailer. Details - Maker: NOMA Electric Corporation - Model: 15-Light Decorative Outfit - Year: c. 1946-1948 - Bulbs: Mazda C6 (120 V, multicolor) + 2 spare bulbs - Socket type: Bakelite-style, black - Wire: Twisted red & blue cloth cord - Box: Original lithographed cardboard, marked “Each lamp burns independently”. Bright colours inside, original insert. - Origin: USA - Condition: Excellent vintage condition — all bulbs lit when tested; box shows surface wear on the exterior, see ALL photos, some writing from 1940s retailer; minor age patina consistent with era A genuine piece of Christmas lighting history and one of the most recognizable NOMA designs of the 1940s. Note: Vintage electrical item. For display or supervised decorative use only. #VintageChristmasLights #NomaMazda #1940sChristmas #WorkingVintageLights #ChristmasCollectibles #NomaElectric #RetroHolidayDecor #MazdaBulbs #MidCenturyChristmas #VintageLightSet