General Auction of Many House-Clearance Items inc. Georges Frydman, Blonde Ercol, Doulton, Jual Curve, White Goods, Victorian Furniture, Instruments and more.

General Auction of Many House-Clearance Items inc. Georges Frydman, Blonde Ercol, Doulton, Jual Curve, White Goods, Victorian Furniture, Instruments and more.

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Lot 310: A Collection of Vintage Meccano Metal Construction Toy Parts

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Start price: £8

Estimated price: £8 - £12

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A collection of vintage Meccano metal construction toy parts, comprising a mixed assortment of components characteristic of the mid-20th century. The collection includes a wide variety of perforated steel strips, flanged plates, and girders finished in red, green, and blue gloss paint. Among the specialized mechanical elements are large spoked metal wheels with black rubber tires, smaller red-painted wheels, and several brass components. A circular brass component bears the stamped mark MECCANO and MADE IN ENGLAND in a circular format. The assortment also contains a substantial quantity of small hardware, including threaded rods, nuts, bolts, washers, and brackets, partially contained within vintage tin lids. The parts exhibit various manufacturing techniques, including punched and pressed steel with a combination of painted and plated finishes, alongside turned brass pulleys and gears.