Milton (Calcutta) 331 'BURMAH-SHELL' Leyland Octopus (Dinky)
'BURMAH-SHELL' Leyland Octopus (Dinky) by Milton Models, No.331. Very near mint/boxed (in Milton 330 Caltex Fuel Tanker box). Scarce Milton-Dinky model from a Phenomenal Collection. Starting bid £250. Please note that QDT apply 12.5% buyer's commission.
Notes
Made from the original Dinky tooling for the Leyland Octopus Tanker (see base). Just like Nicky/Dinky toys in this respect. From Calcutta India.
Finished in vivid yellow with grey plastic wheels and deep blue window glazing. ‘Leyland Octopus – A Milton Product’ on the base. Well-shaped treaded tyres including the spare.
Plastic tanker in yellow and white has very nearly complete – complete ‘BURMAH-SHELL’ labels and logo on both sides as well as ‘BURMAH-SHELL’ logo at the rear. Intact tow hook. Jewelled headlights. Screwed base. Presents well.
Distinctive card box for 330 Caltex Fuel Tanker has wear and a couple of storage punctures.
Rare to come to the market-place.
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