Dinky Toys 972 20-Ton Lorry-Mounted "Coles" Crane
20-Ton Lorry-Mounted "Coles" Crane by Dinky Toys, No. 972. Very near mint/boxed. Scarce late issue with BLACK PLASTIC wheels, 'simpler' winding handle, in full pictorial end flap box. From The Island Collection. QDT starting bid £150. Please note that QDT apply 12.5% buyer's commission.
Notes
More unusual later issue presented in the attractive full pictorial end flap box. Vivid yellow and orange finish, black plastic hubs, correct that this issue has one driver. All in working order with an operable winch and swivelling movements. Occasional little mark. Complete “COLES” paper label at the rear with chevron detail.
Bright matt baseplate. Simpler winding handle without the cuff (i.e. a feature of earlier issues).
The more unusual end flap pictorial box is bright and clean, complete with all end flaps. Attractive colourful full pictorial scene box with strong colours throughout.
Light wear/creasing and very minor tears at vulnerable end flaps. Couple of small punctures.
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