International Diecast Toy Airplanes - Models Makers Dates / In-Depth Illust Book

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DIECAST TOY AIRPLANES - An International Guide
by Sue Richardson, New Cavendish Books, London, 1997.
394 color photographs with identifying captions highlight this comprehensive book which pictures and identifies approximately 1,000 antique and vintage diecast toy airplanes.
”This book opens up toy aeroplane collecting to the enthusiastic beginner, but also informs the expert, covering all the major manufacturers of cast toy airplanes throughout the world.  It describes the variations and dates of all the models in each range, thus demonstrating how diecast toys represent in miniature the history of aviation itself.  Particular emphasis is given to Dinky Toys, reflecting their pre-eminence in the diecast field.  Hundreds of diecast planes and helicopters from all around the world are photographed in plan view or  side elevation so that readers can identify the unmarked toy.  There are also comprehensive catalogue listings from the first penny toy to the latest production”
8.5” x 12” hardback with dust cover in very good+ condition.  320 pages.
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