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live November 21 | 03:00 PM
Dutch auction company

424 - Extensive Lot of 14 Dick Tracy-themed novelty radios and related collectibles, inspired by the famous American detective comic strip and its iconic wrist communication devices. The collection includes a variety of vintage and later Dick Tracy wrist radios, two-way wrist radio sets, miniature receivers and character merchandise, many presented in their original illustrated packaging. Highlights include: 1 - Dick Tracy Wrist Radio - Yellow illustrated presentation box with wrist-mounted radio. 2 - Dick Tracy 2 Way Wrist Radio - Red illustrated cardboard box. 3 - Dick Tracy Wrist Radio - Additional yellow illustrated cardboard box. 4 - Dick Tracy Electronic Wrist Radios - Large red and yellow illustrated box, marked '2 Complete Stations'. 5 - Dick Tracy Wrist Radio - Yellow window box containing a wrist-mounted radio. 6 - Dick Tracy Wacky Wobbler - Boxed Dick Tracy character bobblehead figure. 7 - Dick Tracy Binoculars - Black miniature binocular-style novelty item with Dick Tracy branding. 8 - Dick Tracy Wrist Radio - Long illustrated cardboard packaging with character artwork. 9 - Dick Tracy Wrist Radio - Second long illustrated cardboard package. 10 - Dick Tracy Wrist Radio - Small black illustrated retail box. 11 - Dick Tracy 2-Way Wristwatch - Blister-packed wrist communication device. 12 - Dick Tracy 2-Way Wristwatch - Second blister-packed example. 13 - Dick Tracy Coppers and Gangsters - Illustrated blister pack containing a detective and gangster character figure. 14 - Dick Tracy Promotional Collectibles - Additional illustrated Dick Tracy items and packaging included in the collection. An attractive and varied assortment illustrating the enduring popularity of Dick Tracy's futuristic wrist radio concept, from classic novelty receivers to later promotional and character merchandise. The collection is particularly appealing to collectors of vintage novelty radios, American comic-strip memorabilia and Dick Tracy merchandise. Condition varies, with age-related wear, creasing and storage marks to the original packaging. Some packages show signs of handling and opening. Working condition of the electronic items has not been tested. Please see photographs for details. The stated dimensions are approximate and refer to the items placed as closely together as possible as a group, and the weight refers to the group as a whole. Dimensions (H x W x D): 37 x 50 x 33 cm. Weight: 3.6 kg. Location: Dutch Auction Company, Tilburg, The Netherlands.

Starting price

€80

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Estimation

€200 - 400

Sale fees

28%

Extensive Lot of 14 Dick Tracy-themed novelty radios and related collectibles, inspired by the famous American detective comic strip and its iconic wrist communication devices. The collection includes a variety of vintage and later Dick Tracy wrist radios, two-way wrist radio sets, miniature receivers and character merchandise, many presented in their original illustrated packaging. Highlights include: 1 - Dick Tracy Wrist Radio - Yellow illustrated presentation box with wrist-mounted radio. 2 - Dick Tracy 2 Way Wrist Radio - Red illustrated cardboard box. 3 - Dick Tracy Wrist Radio - Additional yellow illustrated cardboard box. 4 - Dick Tracy Electronic Wrist Radios - Large red and yellow illustrated box, marked '2 Complete Stations'. 5 - Dick Tracy Wrist Radio - Yellow window box containing a wrist-mounted radio. 6 - Dick Tracy Wacky Wobbler - Boxed Dick Tracy character bobblehead figure. 7 - Dick Tracy Binoculars - Black miniature binocular-style novelty item with Dick Tracy branding. 8 - Dick Tracy Wrist Radio - Long illustrated cardboard packaging with character artwork. 9 - Dick Tracy Wrist Radio - Second long illustrated cardboard package. 10 - Dick Tracy Wrist Radio - Small black illustrated retail box. 11 - Dick Tracy 2-Way Wristwatch - Blister-packed wrist communication device. 12 - Dick Tracy 2-Way Wristwatch - Second blister-packed example. 13 - Dick Tracy Coppers and Gangsters - Illustrated blister pack containing a detective and gangster character figure. 14 - Dick Tracy Promotional Collectibles - Additional illustrated Dick Tracy items and packaging included in the collection. An attractive and varied assortment illustrating the enduring popularity of Dick Tracy's futuristic wrist radio concept, from classic novelty receivers to later promotional and character merchandise. The collection is particularly appealing to collectors of vintage novelty radios, American comic-strip memorabilia and Dick Tracy merchandise. Condition varies, with age-related wear, creasing and storage marks to the original packaging. Some packages show signs of handling and opening. Working condition of the electronic items has not been tested. Please see photographs for details. The stated dimensions are approximate and refer to the items placed as closely together as possible as a group, and the weight refers to the group as a whole. Dimensions (H x W x D): 37 x 50 x 33 cm. Weight: 3.6 kg. Location: Dutch Auction Company, Tilburg, The Netherlands.

Auction details

Jukebox & Arcade Auction
Saturday, November 21
03:00 PM
Ringbaan Noord 5
5013 AE Tilburg, Netherlands

Auction house

Dutch auction company +31 6 41 57 10 68 info@dutchauctioncompany.com
On Drouot for 5 years avec More than 8,000 lots published

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