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I own a black, plastic and very heavy domed arch radio set. It has a central dial with a lightning bolt. Condition is fine, and it still works. What’s it worth? Alex Crawford, Chester, Cheshire It’s called the People’s Set, made by a firm called Philco from 1936. My father owned one, as do I. It’s a bit of a classic – sets came in a variety of forms, including battery, and in different wavelength­s. They started at around 6 guineas (£6.6s). The best Bakelite examples make €515. These need to be in original condition with no reproducti­on parts. A nice example from a good specialist would cost you €400. Philco

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