When a piece is as near perfect as this CD 109.5 Harloe`s Patent, you have to expect a premium price. In a catalog auction you probably will find the final bid above book price. Then tack on the10% buyers premium plus shipping and insurance. I really doubt that you could find this piece in any better condition. The only thing I can spot is a tiny bump of glass that looks like it was in the manufacturing. It`s very small but I want to mention it. It is located a little above and 3/4" to the left of the H in Harloe. I`ll send other pictures to anyone really interested. My price is $3500.00.....no buyers premium.....I pay the shipping......I pay the insurance. You Return it (within 3 days upon receipt) if you`re not 100% pleased. Talk to me if you have questions.