DGS44

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. Very clean and bright with minimal wear and a few litle rust spots on the roof (minor). Highly decorative piece from this era.

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 at some exposed edges. Tiny hairline crack at the rear of the side car. Still an excellent example from this period.

3) Dinky 44c A.A. Guide lead cast figure in tan. Near mint – very near mint figure directing the traffic. Delightful with original (factory) hand painted detailing. Barely a mark on this figure.

4) Dinky 44d A.A. Guide lead cast figure in tan. Near mint-very near mint saluting figure. Exceptionally fresh, finished in tan with original hand painted detailing (factory). Super example!

Colourfully illustrated inner card background which is sound and bright. Couple of grubby marks and stains which barely detract.

Lift-off lid powder blue box is clean and vividly-coloured with no splits or graffiti. Some mottling to the lid and minor rubbing at edges. Small area of surface removal probably due to a price label at one of the short ends.

A real little gem!