Mettoy (pre-Corgi) 8701B Delivery Van Post Office Telephones
Delivery Van Post Office Telephones by Mettoy (pre-Corgi). No. 8701B. Very near mint/boxed. Exceptionally scarce model from The Denis Tyler Collection. A First for QDT! QDT starting bid £350. Please note that QDT apply 12.5% buyer's commission.
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From an outstanding private collection, a lifetime’s legacy, with his proceeds from the sale to go to the charities closest to his heart.
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One of the larger scale pre-Corgi Delivery Van models produced by the Mettoy Company 1952-55.
1:35 scale.
This POST OFFICE TELEPHONES Van, model has a rich green finish with silver trim, silver ladders (minor rubbing) and complete lettering and logo on both sides. Opening rear doors. One-piece black rubber wheels/tyres. Working clockwork motor.
A rare find in any condition, but especially so in this colourfully illustrated card picture box which adds to the appeal. Complete and brightly coloured wiht a little wear commensurate to age.
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