Dinky Gift Set 299

Notes

A desirable Gift Set and a difficult find in any condition, this nostalgic set comprises:

1) 260 Royal Mail Van in very near mint condition. Presents well with a pleasing lustre and unfaded colours. Royal Mail lettering and crest at both sides are virtually complete – complete. Bright baseplate. Couple of tiny marks to the paint finish. Well-shaped original tyres.
2) 261 Post Office Telephones Van is in near mint plus condition. Marking at some exposed edges & vulnerable points. Lettering and crest complete on both sides. Bright baseplate. Well-shaped original tyres.

3) 750 Telephone Box is in near mint plus, with a bright red and silver paint finish ( couple of small retouches).
4) 011 Messenger & 012 Postman have vibrant original colours (occasional little edge mark).
Pictorial card outer box is complete and brightly-coloured.

Trace of the original tape at sides which kept the lid closed. Some scratching, light edge rubbing/handling wear. Little surface paper repair at a short lid end.

Pictorial insert is complete.

Usual wear and tear caused by model movement over the years but no parts missing.

A popular Gift Set that is becoming harder to find these days.