APPRAISAL REPORT

Current Collector Value (2025–2026 Market)

Documented Sales & Comparable Evidence

These are important anchors because they reflect real buyer behavior, not asking prices.

Realistic Value Ranges by Condition

1. As Found / Untested

$100 – $200 CDN

Typical for:

Unknown electrical condition

Original but worn finish

Weak or dead eye tube

👉 This is where most attic or estate finds land.

 

2. Electrically Restored (but with cosmetic wear)

$270 – $475 CDN

Includes:

Recapped chassis

Safe to operate

Average cabinet condition

👉 This is the most common “honest collector” tier.

 

3. Fully Restored (cabinet + electronics)

$475 – $800 CDN

High-quality restoration with:

Strong eye tube

Clean dial

Refinished or preserved cabinet

👉 This is the sweet spot of the market.

 

4. Exceptional / Original Finish Survivor

$800 – $1000+ CDN

Rare traits:

Original finish in excellent condition

Original grille cloth and knobs

Bright eye tube

Provenance or documented history

👉 These are the radios serious collectors compete for.

What Actually Drives Value (This Matters More Than Model Number)

1. Cabinet Condition (BIGGEST FACTOR)

Original finish or professionally refinished

Clean veneer and intact edges are critical

👉 A mediocre cabinet can cut value in half.

 

2. The Magic Eye Tube

Bright, responsive 6U5 eye tube can add $75–$150 alone

Weak or dead eye tubes reduce appeal significantly

 

3. Originality vs Restoration

Collectors will pay more for:

Original knobs

Correct grille cloth

Untouched dial graphics

👉 Over-restoration can actually hurt value.

 

4. Playability

A working radio is worth significantly more

But:

Sloppy electronic work reduces buyer confidence

 

5. Styling Appeal

The 4663 benefits from:

^@  Strong Art Deco tombstone proportions

^@  Balanced dial and grille layout

👉 It’s more desirable than plainer Silvertone sets.

Where It Sits in the Market

Let’s be candid:

The 4663 is not rare

It is not a high-end brand name set like Zenith or Scott

BUT it is:

o   Highly attractive

o   Well-built

o   Very collectible

👉 That combination makes it a “liquid” radio — it sells reliably if priced right.

 

Market Reality (Straight Talk)

Across the Silvertone category:

o   Value is driven heavily by appearance and condition, not prestige

o   Even within the brand, prices can swing widely based on buyer demand

o   As one collector-oriented pricing guide puts it, value ultimately depends on “how badly someone wants it”

That’s especially true for tombstone radios like the 4663.

 

Collector Insight (What Advanced Buyers Look For)

Serious collectors evaluating a 4663 will ask:

>>> Is the cabinet original finish or refinished?

>>> Is the dial crisp and unfaded?

>>> Is the eye tube bright?

>>> Has the chassis been professionally restored—or hacked?

If all answers are strong → top-tier pricing.

Where is Serial No. 193265 in the Value Spectrum?

Based on the review of photos and watching two videos provided by the restorer I find this to be an above average restoration.  I was particularly impressed by the quality of the cabinet. There are obvious signs that the cabinet was refinished by a professional shop. The sound is of a high quality and is what you would expect from a detailed electrical restoration.

The addition of the FM module adds real value to the non-purest and allows this 89 year-old radio return to its former life as a daily user. This clearly adds value which is reflected in the appraisal.

Given its current condition this radio should command between $550 and $800 CDN in today's market.