17th May 2019
The sun was shining on our third die case, model soldiers and toys auction of the year. There were 423 lots for our keen bidders to choose from.
There was plenty on offer in the model soldiers section. Highlights included this Britains American Civil War - The Art of War - Keith Rocco Baptism at Manassas No. 31139 set which realised £96.
This scare Britains Russian Infantry Set No. 133 set sold for £108.
This Britains RHA gun team No. 318 achieved £276.
And these Britains Cricketers No. 809 realised £108.
Moving on to the die cast section there was a good selection of Corgi offered. Highlights included this Mercedes-Benz 300SL Open Roadster No. 303 sold for £96.
This Bedford Dormobile Personnel Carrier No. 404 achieved £144.
This Karrier Bantam Dairy Produce Van No. 435 realised £132.
And this sought after Lotus Racing Team Gift Set No. 37 sold for £300.
In the Dinky section this Austin Healey 100 Sports Car No. 109 achieved £168.
This Austin A105 Saloon No. 176 realised £156.
And this Supertoys Shell-BP Fuel Tanker No. 944 sold for £180.
In the Matchbox section this 1-75 series Regular Wheels Bluebird Dauphine Caravan No. 23c, in metallic lime-green with grey plastic wheels, achieved £288.
And this Shakleton c1940s clockwork Foden FG 6-wheeled Platform Lorry realised £432.
Our next die cast, model soldiers and toys auction will be held on Wednesday 17th July 2019. The full catalogue for this sale will be on our website in the next few weeks or keep an eye on our Twitter and Facebook pages which will include updates of our latest auction news.
Are you thinking of selling your toy collection or perhaps part of it? Would you like us to value your collection and give you advice on how best to market it? Visit our Die Cast, Model Soldiers and Toys department page for more information or call us on 01926 499 031 and ask to speak to one of our experts.