Diecast Toy Cars of the 1950s & 1960s (Paperback, 2nd Revised edition)

Collecting diecast toy cars has become an increasingly popular hobby over the last 25 years. Many of the classic diecast cars of the 1950s and 1960s are now valuable collectors' items, and surviving examples in mint and boxed condition regularly fetch significant sums at specialist auctions.This book provides a comprehensive survey of the companies that made these toys in the 1950s and 1960s, not only in Britain but in other European countries, the USA, Japan and beyond. Major names such as Dinky Toys, Corgi Toys, Spot-On and Matchbox (Great Britain), Solido (France), Marklin and Gama (Germany ), Tekno (Denmark) and Tootsietoy (USA) are examined, but a unique feature of the book is the wealth of information provided on many smaller and more obscure brands. These include Crescent, Budgie, Chad Valley and Lone Star (UK), CIJ and JRD (France), Dalia (Spain), Buby (Argentina), Gamda (Israel) and many others about which information is hard to come by. A special chapter is devoted to early Japanese diecast models by Cherryca Phenix, Model Pet and Diapet, which are among the rarest and most sought-after of all diecasts. Fascinating insights into company histories are provided, together with 300 photographs of rare examples of the toys themselves, in mint condition with their original boxes. A further unique feature is the inclusion of a large selection of colourful and evocative illustrations from catalogues and period trade advertisements. For the newcomer to the collecting hobby, this book will provide an ideal guide to the history of the manufacturers active in this field, while experienced collectors will make many new discoveries. At the end of the book, readers will find a handy glossary listing the names of many of the companies that manufactured diecast toy cars in the 1950s and 1960s.

General

Imprint:	Veloce Publishing
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Release date:	June 2017
Authors:	Anderw Ralston
Dimensions:	225 x 225 x 13mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	128
Edition:	2nd Revised edition
ISBN-13:	978-1-78711-117-2
Categories:	Books > Arts & Architecture > Antiques & collectables > Toys, games & models Books > Sport & Leisure > Hobbies, quizzes & games > Models & model-making > General Books > Sport & Leisure > Transport: general interest > Road & motor vehicles: general interest > General
LSN:	1-78711-117-2
Barcode:	9781787111172

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