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Yahoo
6 days ago
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Auction featuring 'exceptional' selection of Dinky toys realises £87,520
A North East auction featuring an 'exceptional' selection of Dinky toys achieved £87,520. Held on Tuesday June 3, the Simply Dinky Auction at the Stockton-based Vectis Auctions attracted worldwide attention with its selection of Dinky models. These included pre-and post-war issues, French Dinky, and Type 1 and Type 2 vans and trucks. Bidders from around the globe competed both online and by phone for the high-quality lots. (Image: Vectis Auctions) The demand far exceeded expectations, thanks to the 'superior quality' of the items on offer. A higher-than-usual number of registered bidders added to the event's success. Several lots surpassed expectations. (Image: Vectis Auctions) A standard rear-loading Dinky Toys glass cabinet sold for £1,041, while aircraft models such as the Hawk Harrier and Spitfire received strong bids. The Dinky Toys 'Fun Ahoy' set went for £710, and a Space 1999 Eagle Freighter reached £490. Pre-war buses and coaches also fetched consistently high prices. (Image: Vectis Auctions) A highlight of the auction was a Dinky Toys 101 'Thunderbirds' Thunderbird 2, which achieved a remarkable £2,570, thought to be a world record for this model. Items that were anticipated to perform well exceeded expectations. A Type 1 Weetabix van sold for £3,300, while a 505 Foden flat truck achieved £3,185. A French Dinky pre-war 21 Train set with box, a rarity rarely seen or pictured and never before sold through Vectis Auctions, also achieved £3,185. Andrew Reed, the specialist who catalogued the auction, said: "Demand for the lots far exceeded expectations thanks to the outstanding quality of the items on offer. "High levels of interest and a higher than usual number of registered bidders contributed to the auction's success. "This Simply Dinky Auction once again proved that quality, rarity, and condition continue to drive exceptional results in the collector's market."
The Sun
6 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
Brits urged to check their lofts as nostalgic Dinky Toys collection sells for record-breaking £90,000
BRITS have been urged to check their lofts in search of a nostalgic but precious toy. You could have a treasure worth a whopping £90,000 hiding in your attic. 4 Childhood toys hold a sentimental value for most but some could carry a huge monetary value as well. The Dinky Toy collection has recently sold for an eye-watering £87,520 at the Simply Dinky Auction. One of the items even fetched a world record price going under the hammer for £2,570 which is rare for this particular model. According to experts at Vectic Auctions, a Dinky Toys 101 "Thunderbirds" Thunderbird 2 has never sold for this price before. On June 3, the highest bidders took home a number of pre and post-war models from the Dinky collection. The Hawk Harrier and Spitfire aircraft miniatures attracted high bids, while a typical rear-loading Dinky Toys glass cabinet sold for £1,041. An Eagle Freighter from Space 1999 brought in £490, while the Dinky Toys "Fun Ahoy" set brought in £710. Pre-war coaches and buses were constantly attracting the highest bidders. Another noteworthy piece was a rare French Dinky pre-war 21 Train set with box which was auctioned for £3,185. A Vectis Auctions spokesperson said: "This Simply Dinky Auction once again proved that quality, rarity, and condition continue to drive exceptional results in the collector's market." I spotted a huge Jellycat bunny in my local charity shop and knew I'd hit the jackpot when I discovered how rare he is It comes as six popular 90s toys have been revealed to be worth up to £40,000 this year. For those who have held onto popular nineties toys, they might just be sitting on a 'gold mine.' So, if you're thinking about doing a spring clear-out, keep an eye out for memorabilia, as it could help you gain a nice bonus – including one item that could bag you a hefty £38,200. Meanwhile, an expert has shared which toys from old school gaming devices to dolls and trading cards could be worth a fortune. TV presenter and collectables expert Tracy Martin has revealed what items you may be keeping in storage that could earn you a pretty penny. 4
