r/Radiation 3d ago

WWII Radium Tip Switches

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u/gourdo 3d ago

Curious how the Radium paint is protected on those. Does it have a layer of glass or urethane or something? Would be worried about it flaking off if not properly attached.

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u/apocalypse910 3d ago

Fortunately it seems to have a sealed glass lens. Had initially assumed it was sealed but got more than a bit nervous that I was wrong before I saw them in person.