Radios
Catalin Radios For Sale, Plaskon Radios For Sale, Mirror Radios For Sale + Bakelite Tube Radios for Sale. Please note that available radios will usually be shown on the first page.
We are always looking to buy Catalin, Plaskon, Bakelite + Mirror radios by any manufacturer. Please contact us if you are looking to sell a single radio or an entire collection - Top Prices Paid
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Brown Marbleized Yellow Emerson AU-190 Tombstone Catalin Radio
Beautiful Yellow Marbleized Catalin 1937 Emerson AU-190 Radio
Beautifully marbleized Catalin AU-190 Emerson Tombstone radio from 1937 in butterscotch with brown swirls or Mexican Onyx as referred to by Emerson at the time. The butterscotch catalin cabinet is beautifully marbleized with brown, yellow + clear that add depth to an already beautiful radio. The radio is in original, untouched condition, and is just a great example of this seldom seen color Emerson 'Tombstone' model. Radio cabinet has been hand polished to a beautiful gloss. Radio cabinet is in perfect condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs. Gold fabric grill cloth is original to the radio and in good condition with only minor staining/wear. The 3 matching catalin knobs are perfect and also original to the radio. Gold Gemloid dial is bright is in great condition. Dial plastic and water-slide decal are correct replacements. Radio has small scratches consistent with age + use of set. This radio is absolutely stunning and would make a fantastic addition to a collection. Radio measures approximately: 7" wide by 10" high by 5" deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician prior to use.
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Emerson BT-245 Catalin 'Tombstone' Radio in Swirled Yellow + Ivory
Beautiful Yelllow with Brown Swirl Emerson BT-245
Beautiful Emerson BT-245 catalin tombstone radio in a seldom seen yellow with brown marbleizing and ivory trim. The cabinet is a beautiful yellow with brown marbleizing that adds depth to an already beautiful radio. The yellow with brown swirl cabinet is not found as often as the standard yellow. The radio is in original, untouched condition, and is just a great example of this Emerson 'Tombstone' model. Radio's glossy cabinet is in perfect condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs.This models fragile plastic grill and knobs, which are prone to deterioration, have been replaced with correct replacements. Water-slide decal and dial plastic are also correct replacements. This is an exceptional example of this model that looks like it has been well cared for showing small light scratches consistent with light use. It would make a great addition to any Radio or Art Deco Collection. Radio measures approximately: 7" wide by 10" high by 5" deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician prior to use.
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Lapis Lazuli + Ivory Fada 711 'Dip-Top' Catalin Radio
Perfect + Rare Blue/Green FADA Dip-Top Catalin Radio
Beautiful + Desirable marbleized lapis-lazuli blue 1946 Fada 711 'Dip-Top' Catalin radio - the last of the Catalin models made by Fada Radio. The beautiful catalin case has intense yellow marbleizing. This collectible radio has become known to collectors as the 'Dip-Top' due to the indent design which makes the handle convenient to grab. The Catalin cabinet has taken on a beautiful and even patina which makes the swirls pop. This radio has no chips, cracks, tube burns or repairs to the catalin case. The ivory marbled knobs + handle are original and also free of any damage. The bright gold and colorful Fada sunburst dial face with Saturn pointer is in great original condition. Radio retains the original manufacturer's sticker and masonite back panel. Dial plastic is a correct replacement and gold grill mesh has been re-flocked back to its original state. If you desire I can polish this radio back to the factory original bright blue at an additional cost. Radio measures approximately: 9.75" wide x 5.75" high x 4.5" deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician prior to use.
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Fada 711 Catalin Radio Lapis-Lazuli Blue 'Dip-Top'
Perfect + Rare Blue FADA Dip-Top Catalin Radio
Stunning and desirable marbleized lapis-lazuli blue 1946 Fada 711 "Dip-Top" Catalin radio - the last of the Catalin models made by Fada Radio. The Catalin case has spectacular marbleizing and a high gloss that really makes the bright lapis-lazuli blue pop. This radio has no chips, cracks, tube burns or repairs. The ivory marbled knobs + handle are original and also free of any damage. The bright and colorful Fada sunburst dial face is also in great original condition. Dial plastic is a correct replacement and gold grill mesh has been re-flocked back to its original state. Radio measures approximately: 9.75" wide x 5.75" high x 4.5" deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage el
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Addison 5 Catalin 'Courthouse' Radio in Beautifully Marbleized Dark Green
Beautifully Marbleized Catalin Large Addison 5
Highly marbleized Addison Model 5 'Courthouse' catalin radio in dark green cabinet with bright yellow trim. This is a magnificent + exquisitely crafted stately Art Deco radio. Manufactured in the 1940's by ADDISON INDUSTRIES LIMITED in Toronto, Canada also known to collectors as the 'Courthouse' or 'Large' Addison. Even though this radio's color is often described as black with yellow swirl, they are in fact dark green with yellow swirls. The catalin has a deep shine, rich color, glow and also has exceptionally striking light yellow and green tone marbleizing that add dimension to the radio. The radio is in original, untouched condition, and is just a stunning example of this Addison model.This beautiful and glossy example is in great condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs. The five light yellow vertical grill bars are original as are the three pinwheel knobs. The grill cloth is original and displays only a small amount of wear while retaining its original greenish tone. Beautiful green reverse painted dial glass is original to the radio and in great condition. Water-slide decal is a correct replacement. This is truly a remarkable radio in excellent condition. This stately radio measures approximately: 12.5" Wide by 9" High by 7" Deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician prior to use.
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Marbleized Emerson AU-190 Tombstone Light Yellow Catalin Radio
Beautiful Yellow Marbleized Catalin 1937 Emerson AU-190 Radio
Bright Highly marbleized Catalin AU-190 Emerson radio from 1937 in a Light Yellow cabinet or Natural Onyx as referred to by Emerson. The light yellow Catalin cabinet is beautifully marbleized with tones of yellow + clear that add depth to an already beautiful radio. This is just a great example of the Emerson 'Tombstone' model. Radio cabinet is in perfect condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs. The 3 catalin knobs are perfect and original to the radio. The Catalin cabinet has taken on a beautiful and light/medium yellow patina after having been polished back to the original alabaster color about 11 years ago. Gold Gemloid dial is bright and and in great condition with only some small signs of age. Water-slide decal, dial plastic , back panel and gold fabric grill cloth are correct replacements. Radio has small scratches consistent with age + use of set. This radio is absolutely stunning and would make a fantastic addition to a collection. Radio measures approximately: 7" wide by 10" high by 5" deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician prior to use.
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FADA 1000 Insert Grill 'Bullet' Catalin Radio Butterscotch + Red - Rare
Perfect All-Original Fada 1000 Insert Grill Fada Bullet
Insert Grill FADA "Bullet" Catalin Radio Model 1000 in butterscotch with bright red marbleized trim. This one owner radio is super clean, beautiful and has never had the trim removed from cabinet and therefore retains the original glue on insert grill and bezel. The catalin cabinet cabinet displays a rich, warm butterscotch patina that only 70 years can achieve. The original bright red trim adds contrast and style to this stunning example of a FADA Bullet model. The butterscotch catalin cabinet is in excellent condition with no cracks, chips, breaks, or repairs. Radio has small scratches consistent with age + use of set. The bright red catalin insert grill, dial bezel, fluted knobs and handle are original + correct to the radio, they are also in great condition with no cracks, chips, breaks or repairs. The Art Deco gold "Gemloid" dial face is bright and in great condition. Clear dial plastic cover is a correct replacement. Radio has been well taken care of and only shows some fine scratches consistent with age + careful use. Radio measures approximately: 10.25" wide by 6.25" high by 5.5" deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician.
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FADA 1000 'Bullet' Catalin Radio in Blue + Yellow w/ Great Marbling
Stunning + Rare Example of a Blue Highly Swirled FADA Catalin 1000
Striking FADA 'Bullet' Model 1000 in Lapis-Lazuli Blue with Yellow Catalin radio with incredible marbling - beautiful + original Art Deco radio. Stunning incredibly marbleized lapis-lazuli blue with yellow trim. The bright blue cabinet has veins of white with tones of blue and clear running through it that makes this an incredible example. This radio styling epitomizes 1940's Streamline design with its sleek rounded lines that suggest speed and practicality, hallmarks of streamlined industrial design from those years. FADA produced many radios and televisions over the years, but its Catalin radios, particularly the 'Bullet' are the best-known models. This rare Catalin radio has no cracks, chips, nicks, repairs, or tube burns to cabinet or trim. The original + perfect yellow trim adds contrast and style to this stunning example of a FADA Bullet Streamliner model. Radio has been polished back to its factory original blue color from its oxidized green coloring. Radio retains its original cardboard back panel and early style gold grill cloth in superb condition. The Art Deco gold 'Gemloid' dial face is bright and in great condition. Clear dial plastic cover is a correct replacement. Radio has been well taken care of and only shows some fine scratches consistent with age + careful use. This highly marbleized blue and yellow Fada 'Bullet' is as clean as one can be found and would truly make a great addition to any radio or Deco collection. Radio measures approximately: 10.85" wide by 6.75" high by 5.75" deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician prior to use.
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Highly Marbleized Green Emerson BT-245 'Tombstone' Catalin Radio
Green Marbleized Catalin Emerson BT-245 Radio
Colorful Emerson BT-245 'Tombstone' Catalin Radio in Highly Marbleized Green with white trim. The translucent green catalin cabinet is heavily marbleized with tones of green, yellow, clear, and brown that add depth to the catalin cabinet. The rich deep color is brought out even more with its contrasting ivory louvered grill + knobs. The tombstone design of this radio combined with the great color really makes for a stunning Art Deco radio. Radio glossy cabinet is in perfect condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs.This models fragile plastic grill and knobs, which are prone to deterioration, have been replaced with correct replacements. Water-slide decal and dial plastic are also correct replacements. This is an exceptional and beautiful example of this model that looks like it has been well cared for showing small light scratches consistent with light use. It would make a great addition to any Radio or Art Deco Collection. Radio measures approximately: 7" wide by 10" high by 5" deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician prior to use.
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DeWald A-502 'Step-Top' Carlin Radio in Swirled Sand + Yellow Insert Grille
ncredibly Marbleized Sand with Yellowm DeWald Catalin
Beautiiful Catalin DeWald model A-502 'Step-Top' insert grill model in a beautifully marbleized Sand cabinet with Yellow trim. Manufactured in 1939 by DeWald Radio Mfg Corp, out of New York is a magnificent, exquisitely crafted Art Deco radio. The catalin cabinet has a rich color, and glow combined with striking yellow and brown marbleizing. The radio is in original condition, and is just a great example of this DeWald model. This beautiful set is in great condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs. The yellow pinwheel knobs and insert grill are original to the radio and are perfect. The DeWald dark brown and red reverse painted curved dial glass is original and in excellent condition. Cardboard back panel and manufacturers sticker are still present. This is truly a remarkable radio in excellent condition. This radio measures approximately: 9.75" wide by 6.5" high by 5.75" deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician.
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Garod 6AU1 'Commander' Radio in Yellow with Red Catalin
Beautiful Yellow and Bright Red Garod Wrap-Around Grille
Beautiful Yellow + Bright Red Catalin Garod model 6AU-1 'Commander' made by the Garod Radio Corporation in 1945. This sleek Art Deco catalin radio has a streamlined design emphasized with the less often seen wrap-around grille. The bright red color is brought out even more with its contrasting yellow cabinet. The radio is in original, untouched condition, and is just a stunning example of this Catalin Garod model. The cabinet + trim have no cracks, burn marks, repairs, or chips and all trim pieces are original to the radio. This set retains its original cardboard back which is in great condition and manufacturers stickers affixed to the bottom of cabinet. This is an exceptional and beautiful tube radio that looks like it has been well cared for showing small light scratches consistent with light use. It would make a great addition to any Radio or Art Deco Collection. Radio measures approximately: 11" Wide x 6.5" High x 6" Deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician prior to use.
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Striking Continental Radio in Black Bakelite + Red Trim
Art Deco Design with Contrasting Red Trim
Beautiful + Striking Continental branded (General Television) radio made of glossy jet black Bakelite, with beautifully contrasting red handle, grill, knobs, and dial face frame. Made in mid 1940's by Continental Radio is the same as the General Television 5A5 model. The silver/gold face features deco numerals and pattern, with a red Saturn shaped station indicator, beneath which the stylized 'Continental' name appears. The radio is in original, untouched condition, with a beautiful natural gloss and is just a superb example of this Continental radio. The beautiful jet black Bakelite cabinet and red polystyrene trim is in incredible original condition. Cabinet + trim have no cracks, chips, or repairs. The red polystyrene grill, knobs + dial trim is complete and original to the radio and has no cracks, chips, burns or repairs. The beautiful embossed silver/gold and black dial is original and in good condition. The dial plastic is a correct replacement. Radio retains the original back panel in good condition. This radio is as clean as one can be found and would truly make a great addition to any radio or deco collection. Radio measures approximately: 8.75" Wide, 5.5" Deep, and 7" Tall to the top of the handle. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician.
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Beautiful Bright Pistachio Green Emerson 'Aristocrat' 400 Catalin Radio
Highly Marbleized Green Geddes Designed Aristocrat
Marbleized Bright Pistachio Green Catalin Emerson 'Aristocrat' Radio model 400 designed in 1940 by industrial designer Norman Bel Geddes. The bright green catalin cabinet has beautiful brown, clear, white and green swirls that really makes this radio stand out. This is a seldom seen color combination for this model. This radio is absolutely stunning and would make a fantastic addition to a collection. Green catalin cabinet is in perfect condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs. This model's fragile brown and ivory tenite/plastic grill is original and in good condition with only some small signs of age. The brown bakelite knobs and handle are original to the radio and also free of damage. The Emerson decal and dial plastic are correct replacements. Radio has small scratches consistent with age + use of set. Radio measures approximately: 10.75" wide by 7.25" high by 5.50" deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician prior to use.
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Sonora KM 'Coronet' Catalin Radio in Alabaster + Green
Seldom Seen Color Combination for a Catalin Sonora KM
Sonora KM 'Coronet' Radio in marbleized alabaster catalin with bluish-green (pastel blue) catalin trim. This example has the rare original pastel blue trim which has taken on a green patina. The contrast in color makes for a great Art Deco radio. This is the only Catalin radio produced by Sonora Radio of Chicago, Illinois. The subtly marbleized Catalin cabinet has beautiful transparency that gives it depth. This scarce catalin radio has no cracks, chips or repairs to cabinet or trim; has minor tube burn which is often the case with this model also has a small chip on inside of cabinet where back panel screws in. The radios front faceplate, knobs and handle are original to the radio and makes for a nice contrast in color. Radio has the original light blue/green center dial pointer, mesh grill cloth and back panel. Dial plastic and water-slide decal are correct replacements. Radio cabinet has been cut/polished back to its original alabaster color by Decophobia and has an incredible gloss to it. Radio measures approximately: 9" wide by 5.5" wide by 5.25" deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician.
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FADA L-56 Catalin Radio in Light Yellow + Bright Green
Great Early Wrap-Around FADA L-56 Catalin Radio
Beautiful FADA L-56 in marbleized light yellow with bright green wrap-around grill. This Art Deco catalin model made in 1939 by FADA Radio + Electric Company has a beautiful design and size. This seldom seen bright green insert grill with a stunning yellow marbleizing that gives it depth and life. The catalin cabinet retains the factory gloss, the bright green trim adds contrast and style to this stunning example. This is a great example of an all-original early FADA. The glossy yellow catalin cabinet, handle and knobs are in excellent condition with no cracks, chips or repairs; cabinet has a mild tube burn as seen. The original bright green marbleized grill has no cracks, chips or repairs. The beautiful graphic dial is bright and in great condition. Radio retains the original manufacturers sticker affix to base of cabinet. The dial plastic + water-slide decal are correct replacements. Radio has small scratches consistent with age + use of set. This radio is as clean as one can be found and would truly make a great addition to any radio or Deco collection. Radio measures approximately: 9" wide by 5.5" high by 4" deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician.
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FADA 5F50 / 53 Catalin Radio in Butterscotch with Red Grill
Superb Example of an Early FADA 53/5F50 Catalin Radio
Stunning prewar 1938 FADA model 53 / 5F50 Catalin radio in nicely marbleized yellow with a marbleized red grill insert. Wonderful Art Deco model made in 1938 by FADA Radio + Electric Company has a beautiful design and size. This yellow and red example is all-original and in great condition with a beautiful glossy finish. The catalin cabinet retains the factory gloss, the marbleized red trim adds contrast and style to this stunning example. The marbleized cabinet is in excellent condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs. The bright red catalin insert grill is beautifully marblelized with yellow streaks and is also free of cracks, chips or repairs. Clear dial plastic cover and water slide decal are correct replacements. This beautiful FADA has been well taken care of and has very few small scratches consistent with light use. The radio measures 7.75" wide by 5.75" high by 4.75" deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician.
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RCA RC350 'Tulip-Grill' Catalin Radio in Marbelized Lettuce Green
Beautiful Lettuce Green RCA W-Grill Catalin Radio
Swirled small bright lettuce green RCA Catalin RC-350 Tulip-Grill Radio with incredible translucency. This Art Deco model is unusual with its tiny vertical dial trimmed in brass, side-mounted knobs and elaborate grill cutout. This model has become known to collectors as the "W-Grill or Tulip-Grill" RCA model. The bright Brazilian onyx green catalin cabinet is heavily marbleized with tones of green, yellow, brown and clear that add depth to the catalin cabinet. Radio retains a beautiful gloss and is all original and in fantastic condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs. Brown Bakelite knobs are original to the radio and also in free of defects. Radio retains the original gold textured fabric grill cloth with only light wear. Water-slide decal is a correct replacement. Radio has been well taken care of and only shows some fine scratches consistent with age + careful use Small radio measure approximately: 7" wide by 4.75" high by 4.25" deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician.
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GAROD 1450 Catalin 'Peak-Top' Radio in Yellow + Raspberry
Seldom seen 1940 GAROD Model in a Great Color Combination
Garod 1450 'Peak-Top' Catalin radio in a with yellow with bright raspberry trim. The Catalin cabinet has a deep shine that makes its rich color glow and shows off the exceptionally striking raspberry catalin trim. The radio is in original, untouched condition, and is just a stunning example of this Garod model. This model radio is seldom seen in colors other than all butterscotch and in this fine of a condition. This beautiful set is in great condition with no cracks, chips, tube burns or repairs to the catalin cabinet or trim. The flutted knobs, grill and handle are original to the radio and also free of any defects. The radio retains its original textured gold grill cloth with normal signs of age and wear. Cabinet retains the original manufactures paper label is still affixed to the bottom of cabinet. Water-slide decal + dial plastic are correct replacements. This is truly a remarkable radio in excellent condition. This stately radio measures approximately: 10.5" Wide by 8" High by 5.85" Deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician.
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General Television 5A5 Art Deco Radio in Black Bakelite + Red
Art Deco Design with Contrasting Red Trim
Striking General Television 5A5 model radio made of glossy jet black Bakelite, with beautifully contrasting red handle, grill, knobs, and dial face frame. Made in mid 1940's by General Television Radio. The gold face features deco numerals and pattern, with a red Saturn shaped station indicator, beneath which the stylized 'Continental' name appears. The radio is in original, untouched condition, with a beautiful natural gloss and is just a superb example of this GTV radio. The beautiful jet black Bakelite cabinet and red polystyrene trim is in great original condition. Cabinet + trim have no cracks, chips, or repairs. The red polystyrene grill, knobs + dial trim is complete and original to the radio and has no cracks, chips, burns or repairs. \he beautiful embossed old gold dial is original and in good condition. The dial plastic is a correct replacement. This radio is as clean as one can be found and would truly make a great addition to any radio or deco collection. Radio measures approximately: 8.75" Wide, 5.5" Deep, and 7" Tall to the top of the handle. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician.
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Rare DeWald 561 'Jewel' Radio in Butterscotch + Blue Catalin
Seldom Seen Color Combo of a Rare Model DeWald Radio
Stunning and Rare catalin DeWald 561 'Jewel' radio in butterscotch with marbleized blue trim. One of only 3 Catalin radios ever manufactured by DeWald and made in 1939. The beautiful yellow catalin cabinet is brought out by contrasting original blue trim. This is a truly stunning example of a DeWald model. The design of this radio while boxy has numerous Art Deco elements such as the outline grill surrounding the grill slits, semi-circle handle and fluted knobs. This is an uncommon DeWald model to find in any color combination and this color combo is about as rare as it gets in the Catalin genre. The radio cabinet has no cracks, chips, burns or repairs. The blue (patina'd to green) marbleized trim is all-original with no cracks, chips, or repairs. Gold grill cloth is original to the radio and in great condition. Dial plastic + decal are exact replacements. Radio and trim have small scratches consistent with careful use + age. This great radio would make a great addition to any radio or Art Deco collection. Radio measures: 9.5" wide x 6.25" high x 6" deep. This set is sold "as-is + untested", the chassis seems complete. Set is being sold as a "non-working" vintage electronic device that should be gone over by a qualified technician.