Dinky Toys 919 Guy Van 'GOLDEN SHRED'
Guy Van "Golden Shred" by Dinky Toys, No. 919. Near mint plus/boxed. With U.S. export label. From 1957. One of the most eye-catching Dinky Advertising Vans! From The Sherwood Collection.
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Issued between 1957-58, the golden age of Dinky. This is one of the most eye-catching Dinky models you can buy and it is always an exciting find. This sought-after van has a glossy, vibrant red paint finish and virtually perfect – perfect highly decorative transfers on both sides. Bright base and well-shaped, original tyres.
Occasional negligible mark to the paint finish.
The complete and bright picture is dated 1957 (Dinky stamp on the inside of the box lid). Some creasing and wear including ink staining to the inside of the box base. NO splits or repairs. Very nearly complete US Export label on one side of the lid.
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