Diecast Toy Cars of the 1950s & 1960s: The Collector’s Guide by Andrew Ralston is a well-illustrated collector’s reference covering one of the most popular periods in diecast toy car collecting.
The book surveys the manufacturers that produced diecast toy cars during the 1950s and 1960s, including major British names such as Dinky Toys, Corgi Toys, Spot-On and Matchbox, alongside makers from France, Germany, Denmark, the USA, Japan and other countries. It also includes information on less common brands, making it useful for both new collectors and more experienced enthusiasts.
With 128 pages and extensive photographic content, the book provides a practical overview of classic diecast cars, original boxes, company histories, catalogue material and period advertising. It is a strong addition to any collection of toy, model car, motoring or nostalgia books.
Book details
- Author: Andrew Ralston
- ISBN-10: 1787111172
- ISBN-13: 9781787111172
- Publisher / imprint: Veloce Publishing
- Publication date: 08/06/2017
- Format: Paperback / softcover
- Pages: 128
- Language: English
- Subject: Diecast toy cars, collectables and model car history
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