Dinky Toys Gift Set 299 Post Office Services
Post Office Services by Dinky Toys, Gift Set No. 299 . Excellent plus- very near mint/boxed with inner. Scarce. Starting bid £250. From The Hastings Collection. Please note that QDT apply 12.5% buyer's commission.
Price: £250.00
This item is sold.
Notes
A desirable Gift Set and a difficult find in any condition, this nostalgic set comprises:
1) 260 Royal Mail Van in very close to mint condition. Presents well with a pleasing lustre. Royal Mail lettering and crest at both sides are complete on one side, nearly so on the other. Baseplate is bright. Well-shaped original tyres.
2) 261 Post Office Telephones Van is in close to mint condition. Lettering and crest are complete on both sides. Bright baseplate. Well-shaped original tyres. Several tiny marks to the paint finish.
3) 750 Telephone Box has a generally bright red and silver paint finish. In excellent condition only – with a little blistering and wear caused by prolonged contact with the card inner.
4) 011 Messenger & 012 Postman have vibrant original colours and are very close to mint.
Pictorial card outer box is complete and free of graffiti. A little age and handling wear only.
Pictorial insert is bright, fresh and compete. Minor wear and a very small repaired tear.
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