Dinky Gift Set 44 A.A. Hut, Motor Cycle Patrol & Guides
A.A. Hut, Motor Cycle Patrol & Guides by Dinky Toys, No. 44. Near mint - very near mint/boxed. Rare pre-war set from an eclectic collection. QDT starting bid £300. Please note that QDT apply 12.5% buyer's commission.
Price: £400.00
This item is sold.
Notes
A rare and wonderful early Dinky Gift set and a difficult find in any condition. Issued between 1935-41.
This set comprises:
1) Dinky 44a A.A. Box. Black and yellow highly detailed tinplate box with signature A.A. badge and intact delicate direction signs on the roof. Clean and bright with only the most minor wear. Highly decorative piece from this era. Very near mint.
2) Dinky 44b Motor Cycle Patrol. Earliest issue (1935-40) with more detailing to the tan rider, and intact solid white rubber wheels. A little light chipping/rubbing. Another excellent example from this period. Near mint.
3) Dinky 44c A.A. Guide lead cast figure in tan. Very near mint figure directing the traffic. Delightful with original (factory) hand painted detailing. Very near mint.
4) Dinky 44d A.A. Guide lead cast figure in tan. Very near mint saluting figure. Fresh, finished in tan with original hand painted detailing (factory). Super example. Very near mint.
Colourfully illustrated inner card background which is sound and bright. Colours ar strong. Couple of small tears.
Lift-off lid powder blue box is complete and intact.
A little penned lettering on the lid. Some sunfading. Light wear.
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